Clerissa
Girl nameClerissa has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It peaked in 1995.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
30
Peak year
1995 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1983
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Clerissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Clerissa.
Sibling name ideas for Clerissa
Same era and popularity as Clerissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Clerissa?
Clerissa has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Clerissa peak?
Clerissa peaked in 1995, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Clerissa a girl or boy name?
Clerissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Clerissa are girls).
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