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Larisa Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "larisa" is "cheerful, joyful", and is used often for "girls".

Name
larisa
Meaning
cheerful, joyful
Pronunciation
lah-ree-sah
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Larisa Name Details

The name Larisa is of uncertain origin but is commonly associated with Greece. It is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek city of Larisa, which was named after the nymph Larisa. In Greek mythology, Larisa was a daughter of Pelasgus, the mythical king of Thessaly. The name Larisa gained popularity as a given name in the English-speaking world during the 20th century.

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