Cerissa is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has English origins and is pronounced as suh-RISS-uh (/səˈrɪsə/). The name Cerissa has also been spelled as Carissa. In terms of popularity, Cerissa has seen some variation in the United States. It ranked 12th in 1990 with 6867 occurrences and reached its peak in the year 1989, when it ranked 18th with 4847 occurrences. While its popularity may have fluctuated over the years, Cerissa remains a charming and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that stands out from the crowd.