Charis
Charis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkeɪɹɪs/ · /ˈkæɹɪs/
Meaning and origin of Charis
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Χάρις (Kháris, literally “beauty, elegance, charm, grace”).
How popular is Charis?
Since 1880, 4,347 girls and 68 boys in the U.S. have been named Charis (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1664 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #6196 in 1979. In 2025, 59 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Charis
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Sibling name ideas for Charis
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Charis FAQ
What does the name Charis mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Χάρις (Kháris, literally “beauty, elegance, charm, grace”).
What is the origin of the name Charis?
Charis is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Charis?
Since 1880, 4,347 girls and 68 boys in the U.S. have been named Charis (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1664 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #6196 in 1979. In 2025, 59 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Charis a boy or girl name?
Charis is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,347 girls and 68 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.