Larysa Name Meaning & Origin
Larysa
Origin of the name Larissa:
Borrowed from the Russian, Larisa is a name of uncertain derivation. Some believe it to be derived from the name of an ancient city of Thessaly; others feel it may be derived from the Latin hilaris (cheerful).
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Very rare name, has tons of nicknames and variety of charming nicknames including ones from different languages. Love it!
Pronunciation: Lah-eRI-sah
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- Nicknames for Larysa
Lara
Larochka
Lariska
Risa
Larchik
Larusia
Larunia
Lyalya
Larita
Lora
Larissa
Larka
Lorka
Loretta- Meanings and history of the name Larysa
In Greek means Seagull, in Latin means Charming
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