What is the origin of the name Parissa?

Parissa is a name of Persian and Greek origin. It is often classified as a mythological, virtue name.

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Parissa is a 3-syllable name. Use the pronunciation button on this page to hear it spoken aloud.

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Q: What does the name Parissa mean?

Parissa means "Parissa is a Persian-associated form often linked with fairy-like beauty, and it also echoes Paris-derived Greek forms.".

Parissa is a Persian-associated form often linked with fairy-like beauty, and it also echoes Paris-derived Greek forms.

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