Find out how popular the first name Corissa has been for the last 46 years (from 1975 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Corissa by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Corissa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Corissa.

The history of the first name Corissa

The name Corissa is a feminine given name of uncertain origin, but it is believed to have roots in Greek and Latin languages. Some scholars suggest that it may be derived from the Greek word "kore," meaning "maiden" or "young woman," while others trace its origins to the Latin word "cor," meaning "heart."

Corissa was likely first used as a name during the ancient Greek and Roman eras, although there are no definitive records of its earliest appearances. It is possible that the name was used by families of Greek or Roman descent in various parts of the Mediterranean region and the lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who bore the name Corissa. In the 4th century AD, Corissa of Tyre was a Christian martyr and saint who was executed for her faith during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Another historical figure with this name was Corissa of Constantinople, a Byzantine noblewoman who lived in the 6th century AD and was known for her philanthropic work.

In the medieval period, there are records of a Corissa de Montfort, who was a French noblewoman and the wife of Simon de Montfort, a prominent leader during the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars in the early 13th century. A few centuries later, in the 16th century, there was a Corissa Gonzaga, an Italian noblewoman and member of the powerful Gonzaga family of Mantua.

During the Renaissance, a notable figure named Corissa Marinella lived in Venice in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. She was a writer and philosopher who advocated for women's rights and education, and her works, such as "The Nobility and Excellence of Women, and the Defects and Vices of Men," were influential in their time.

While the name Corissa has been relatively rare throughout history, it has maintained a presence in various cultures and regions, likely due to its aesthetic appeal and possible connections to concepts such as youth, beauty, and nobility. However, its exact origins and the reasons for its usage remain somewhat enigmatic, adding to the name's mystique and charm.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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