Narissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Narissa Name at a Glance

Name	Narissa
Meaning	Sea nymph; daughter of Nereus. In Greek mythology the Nereids were mermaids and deities of the seas.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Narissa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Narissa means “Sea nymph; daughter of Nereus. In Greek mythology the Nereids were mermaids and deities of the seas”. 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.

Narissa Name Origin

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

Is Narissa a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Narissa

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