Girl Name · Latin Origin
Clarissa
Considering Clarissa? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Clear, bright, famous", rooted in Latin naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Clarisa.
Clarissa meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Clear, bright, famous
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Clarissa to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Clarissa as C·L·A·R·I·S·S·A, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Clarissa is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Clarissa variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Clarissaa, Clarissae, Clarissay, Clariss.
- Nicknames: Clar and C.
- Middle names: Pair Clarissa with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Clarissa middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Clarisa, Clarice, Clarise, Clarke, Clarence — full picks on the sibling names for Clarissa guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Clarissa? Browse our names like Clarissa guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Clarissa
What does the name Clarissa mean?
Clarissa means "Clear, bright, famous" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Clarissa?
Clarissa originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Clarissa?
Clarissa has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Clarissa a boy's or girl's name?
Clarissa is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Clarissa in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Clarissa sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Clarissa?
Names that share Clarissa's sound and style include Clarisa, Clarice, Clarise, Clarke, Clarence.
What middle names pair well with Clarissa?
Good middle-name fits for Clarissa pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Clarissa is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Clarissa is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Clarissa?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Clarissa share its rhythm without rhyming — Clarisa, Clarice, Clarise all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.