Sherissa, derived from the French 'Sherisse', meaning 'graceful' and 'kind', is a unique and elegant given name of recent origin. It was popularized during the late 20th century and early 21st century as parents sought distinctive names for their daughters. The name Sherissa has gained popularity particularly in English-speaking countries, with a notable presence in the United States and Canada.
The name Sherissa experienced fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peaks in the late 80s and early 90s, but overall has seen a significant decrease since the mid-90s.