Clarissa
Meaning of Clarissa
Clarissa is a popular and timeless name for baby girls. It has a soft and elegant sound that appeals to many parents. The name Clarissa is pronounced as kluh-RIS-uh in both American English and British English. Variations of the name include Clara and Clarice, which have their own unique charm. In the United States, Clarissa has maintained a steady level of popularity over the years, consistently ranking within the top 1000 names for newborn girls. While it may not be as common as some other names, Clarissa's enduring appeal makes it a wonderful choice for parents looking for a classic yet distinctive name for their little girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as kluh-RIS-uh (/kləˈrɪsə/)
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Notable People Named Clarissa
| Anne Clarissa Eden, Countess of Avon, was an English memoirist and the second wife of British Prime Minister Anthony Eden, known for her family connections to Winston Churchill and her memoir "From Churchill to Eden." |
| Clarissa Ward is a British-American television journalist and the chief international correspondent for CNN, with previous positions at CBS News and ABC News. |
| Clarissa Pinkola Estés is an American writer and Jungian psychoanalyst, best known for her bestselling book Women Who Run with the Wolves. |
| Clarissa Britain (1816–1895) was a 19th-century American inventor and educator who received seven patents in just 18 months and founded the Niles Female Seminary in Michigan. |
| Clarissa Molina is a Dominican model, beauty pageant winner, and TV personality known for her success in pageants and her work as a reporter with Univision. |
