Kerissa
Girl nameKerissa has been given to 502 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It peaked in 1994.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
502
Peak year
1994 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1975
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kerissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kerissa.
Sibling name ideas for Kerissa
Same era and popularity as Kerissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kerissa?
Kerissa has been given to 502 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kerissa peak?
Kerissa peaked in 1994, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Kerissa a girl or boy name?
Kerissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kerissa are girls).
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