Larissa
/luhrihsuh/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Larissa is a English name meaning "From the ancient...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. The etymology is debated, but often traced back to the Greek city of Larissa, thought to be derived from the pre-Greek root 'las' meaning 'rocky ground' or 'citadel'. Some theories suggest it originates from 'laros' meaning 'gull'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic luhrihsuh
IPA ləɹɪsə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as luhrihsuh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Larissa
- · Larissa Oleynik - Actress
- · Larissa Manoela - Actress
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