Rissa - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Rissa

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REES-sah'RIS-suh'2 syllables
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§English
Cheerful

MEANING

Joyful

ORIGIN

American

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from a diminutive of names like Clarissa or Marissa.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a nickname or standalone name that conveys warmth and friendliness.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Gained usage as a standalone name in the late 20th century.

πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺSwedish
Soft

MEANING

Short for Erica

ORIGIN

Nordic

ETYMOLOGY

A variant or a nickname used in Scandinavian countries.

CULTURAL NOTES

Seen as a modern and chic name in Sweden.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Popular in Scandinavian countries as a diminutive, especially in the 21st century.

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