What is short for Clarissa?
What is short for Clarissa?
Comments and insights on the name Clarissa Personal experiences with the name Clarissa Nicknames for Clarissa. Claire, Clare, Ris, Rissa, Clara, Lissa, Clary, Kissa, Rissy, Clariss, Rizzo. Meanings and history of the name Clarissa. Form of Clara, from Latin, meaning “clear, shining”
Is Clarissa a good name?
Clarissa is a name definitely worth considering as an alternative to the overused Vanessa and Melissa. Appealing diminutives are Clarry and Claris. Red Cross founder Clara Barton was born Clarissa.
What does the name Clarissa mean?
Clarissa is a name derived from the Germanic name Clarice, which is derived from the Latin word clarus, which means “bright, clear or famous”. Clarisa is the Spanish form of the name.
Who was Odhar?
The Brahan Seer, or Coinneach Odhar, was gifted with “the sight” – an ability to see visions that came unbidden day or night. His prophecies were so impressive that they are still quoted to this day.
What is Fermanagh nickname?
Fermanagh (GAA) The Lakeland County; the Lake County. Lough Erne dominates the topography. Fermanagh (GAA) The Erne County; the Ernesiders.
What percentage of Derry is Catholic?
99%
Which side of Derry is Catholic?
The Waterside is a mainly Protestant and unionist area, while the rest of Derry City is mainly Irish Catholic and nationalist. During the Troubles, the Waterside’s Protestant population grew, probably as a result of Protestants moving there from the west side of the river.
Should I say Derry or Londonderry?
Generally, although not always, nationalists favour using the name Derry, and unionists Londonderry. Legally, the city and county are called “Londonderry”, while the local government district containing the city is called “Derry City and Strabane”.
What’s the meaning of Derry?
Derry or Londonderry is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of Ireland. The name Derry is an anglicisation of the Irish name Daire or Doire meaning “oak grove”.