Karissa
girl name#2895 in 2025Karissa entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #306 in 1991, ranks #2895 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1961–2025
#2895
rank today
#306
peak (1991)
58
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4208 |
| 1970s | #1334 |
| 1980s | #564 |
| 1990s | #367 |
| 2000s | #589 |
| 2010s | #1256 |
| 2020s | #2487 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karissa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 20,000 people named Karissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karissa alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karissa in 2025?
- Karissa ranks #2895 among US girl names in 2025, with 58 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karissa most popular?
- Karissa peaked in 1991, reaching #306 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Karissa with classmates?
- Karissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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