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Larissa Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "larissa" is "from the ancient greek city larissa, meaning 'citadel, fortress'", and is used often for "girls".

Name
larissa
Meaning
from the ancient greek city larissa, meaning 'citadel, fortress'
Pronunciation
luh-ris-uh
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Larissa Name Details

The name Larissa originates from ancient Greek mythology. Larissa was the name of a nymph, and it was also the name of a city in ancient Thessaly, Greece. In Greek mythology, Larissa was said to be the daughter of Pelasgus, the mythical ancestor of the Pelasgians, an ancient Greek tribe. The city of Larissa was an important center in ancient times and played a significant role in various historical events. The name Larissa gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century and has remained a widely used name for girls since then.

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