Carissa
girl name#3342 in 2025Carissa entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #240 in 1992, ranks #3342 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
#3342
rank today
#240
peak (1992)
46
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 1950s | #4296 |
| 1960s | #1918 |
| 1970s | #559 |
| 1980s | #319 |
| 1990s | #324 |
| 2000s | #555 |
| 2010s | #1413 |
| 2020s | #2915 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carissa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 28,000 people named Carissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carissa alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carissa in 2025?
- Carissa ranks #3342 among US girl names in 2025, with 46 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carissa most popular?
- Carissa peaked in 1992, reaching #240 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carissa with classmates?
- Carissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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