Carissa
Meaning
Dear One
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/kəˈrɪsə/
Traits associated with the name Carissa:
Carissa has a beautiful sound to it that represents a powerful affection between owner and dog.
Dogs named Carissa tend to be loving, strong-willed, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Carissa?
That you have a creative streak and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and may have a personal connection to it.
Is Carissa a good dog name?
Carissa has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Carissa isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
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Popularity
- Carissa ranks #5,254 with users of PupNames.com.
- Carissa ranks #2,998 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Carissa ranks #3,679 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Carissa is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
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