Charissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Charissa is listed in our database as a girl name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Charis, meaning grace, loving, beauty”.

Charissa Name at a Glance

Name Charissa
Meaning Variant of Charis, meaning grace, loving, beauty.
Origin Greek
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Charissa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Charissa means “Variant of Charis, meaning grace, loving, beauty”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Charissa Name Origin

Our database records Charissa under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Charissa a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Charissa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Charissa

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