Risa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-sah / ˈriːsəJapanese; Hebrew
Meaning
Japanese: 'laughter'; Hebrew: 'rose'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, the name Risa is often associated with joy and happiness due to its meaning of laughter. It is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in recent decades. In Hebrew contexts, Risa can be linked to the floral symbolism of the rose, representing beauty and love. The name is used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of meanings and associations.
Trend Summary
Risa has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rissa
- Risae
International Variants
- Risa (Japanese)
- Risa (Hebrew)
Famous people named Risa
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Fictional characters named Risa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Risa was first seen in the United States in 1942. Risa has ranked as high as #1005 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Risa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Risa (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 29 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 33 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 48 |
| 1950 | 46 |
| 1951 | 39 |
| 1952 | 41 |
| 1953 | 46 |
| 1954 | 64 |
| 1955 | 93 |
| 1956 | 94 |
| 1957 | 74 |
| 1958 | 90 |
| 1959 | 105 |
| 1960 | 125 |
| 1961 | 113 |
| 1962 | 131 |
| 1963 | 119 |
| 1964 | 108 |
| 1965 | 119 |
| 1966 | 124 |
| 1967 | 76 |
| 1968 | 83 |
| 1969 | 75 |
| 1970 | 55 |
| 1971 | 76 |
| 1972 | 56 |
| 1973 | 51 |
| 1974 | 59 |
| 1975 | 59 |
| 1976 | 49 |
| 1977 | 48 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 62 |
| 1980 | 49 |
| 1981 | 65 |
| 1982 | 52 |
| 1983 | 62 |
| 1984 | 62 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 71 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 55 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 43 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |