Larissa
Larissa is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Possibly 'citadel'”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'citadel' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Λάρισα |
| Pronunciation | lah-RISS-ah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Brazil, Russia, Greece, Ukraine |
Meaning and origin of Larissa
Larissa is the name of an ancient city in Thessaly, Greece, which is still a major town today. The place name is often explained as an old word for citadel or fortress, possibly pre-Greek. In Greek myth Larissa was also a nymph. The name spread to Russia through the Orthodox saint Larissa, an early Gothic martyr, and later became popular in Brazil, where it was a top girl's name in the 1990s and 2000s.
Is Larissa a Christian name?
Saint Larissa is honoured in the Eastern Orthodox Church as one of the martyrs of the Goths in the fourth century; the name is otherwise mainly cultural.
How popular is Larissa?
Familiar in Brazil and Russia; less common in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Larissa
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Larissa mean?
Larissa means 'Possibly 'citadel''. It is of Greek origin.
Is Larissa a Christian name?
Saint Larissa is honoured in the Eastern Orthodox Church as one of the martyrs of the Goths in the fourth century; the name is otherwise mainly cultural.
How do you pronounce Larissa?
Larissa is pronounced lah-RISS-ah.
Is Larissa a boy or girl name?
Larissa is usually a girl name.