Cherissa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshuh-RIS-uh / ʃəˈrɪsəEnglish; American
Meaning
Cherished; beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
Cherissa is a modern name that likely emerged in the 20th century. It combines elements of the name Cher, which is derived from the French word for 'dear' or 'beloved', with the suffix '-issa', which is often used in feminine names. The name reflects a trend in creating unique variations of established names. It is primarily used in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Cherissa has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cherise
- Cherissa
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cherissa was first seen in the United States in 1973. Cherissa has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Cherissa has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cherissa
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |