How Many People Are Named Larisa?
people in the United States are named Larisa
1 in 97,270 people has this name
Popularity Rank
💎💎 Very Rare
Population Percentage
Of US population
Peak Year
108 births
Trend
Stable
📖 Name Origin & Meaning
Meaning:
Possibly derived from the name of the ancient city of Larisa in Thessaly, which meant "citadel". In Greek legends, the nymph Larisa was either a daughter or mother of Pelasgus, the ancestor of the mythical Pelasgians. This name was later borne by a 4th-century Greek martyr who is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Church. The name (of the city, nymph and saint) is commonly Latinized as Larissa, with a double s.
Related & Similar Names
⚧ Gender Distribution
This name is Primarily Female
👥 Age Distribution
Average Age: 35.6 years old
📈 Popularity Over Time
Births per year from 1951 to 2024
📍 State-Wise Distribution
💡 Fun Facts About "Larisa"
- 19 babies were named Larisa in 2024
- Most popular in the year 1993
- Currently stable in popularity
- First recorded in 1951
- Most popular in California
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