Clarissa
girl name#1113 in 2025Clarissa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #237 in 1994, ranks #1113 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1113
rank today
#237
peak (1994)
212
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #565 |
| 1890s | #633 |
| 1900s | #731 |
| 1910s | #784 |
| 1920s | #913 |
| 1930s | #985 |
| 1940s | #991 |
| 1950s | #819 |
| 1960s | #655 |
| 1970s | #523 |
| 1980s | #373 |
| 1990s | #273 |
| 2000s | #429 |
| 2010s | #677 |
| 2020s | #1055 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clarissa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 37,000 people named Clarissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clarissa alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clarissa in 2025?
- Clarissa ranks #1113 among US girl names in 2025, with 212 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clarissa most popular?
- Clarissa peaked in 1994, reaching #237 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Clarissa with classmates?
- Clarissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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