What is the origin of the name Narrissa?

Narrissa is a name of Greek and English origin. It is often classified as a nature, literary name.

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Q: What does the name Narrissa mean?

Narrissa means "Probably a variant of Nerissa or Narissa, linked to a Greek word for the sea.".

Probably a variant of Nerissa or Narissa, linked to a Greek word for the sea.

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