US Popularity Rank: 12090

Origin: Japanese

Meaning: Sea nymph; Love, affection

The epitome of love, baby is sure to be adored with a name like Narisa.  This name has two very distinctive origins and meanings. With Japanese roots, Narisa holds the meaning “love” and “affection.” The title also possibly has Greek origins as a shortened version of Nerissa, which is said to refer to the Nereids, a clan of sea nymphs fathered by the god Nereus. Baby will embrace the ocean, finding freedom in the water's depths.