Norissa
girl nameNorissa entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #8318 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#8318
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10843 |
| 1990s | #11868 |
| 2000s | #14054 |
| 2010s | #16215 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Norissa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Norissa alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Norissa in 2025?
- Norissa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Norissa most popular?
- Norissa peaked in 1985, reaching #8318 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Norissa with classmates?
- Norissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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