Narcissa is an uncommon and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek word 'Narkissos', which means 'narcissus'. This flower is known for its beauty and unique characteristics, much like the name itself. It was popularized in English literature through J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, where Narcissa Malfoy is a prominent character.
The name Narcissa experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with peaks occurring more frequently from the late 1920s to the early 1940s and again briefly in the mid-1970s, with a total of 190 births recorded between 1884 and 1996.