Charis
Charis first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2006, when 127 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Charis popular?
Declining Charis is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 349 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 895 | |
| 2000s | 971 | |
| 1990s | 605 | |
| 1980s | 571 | |
| 1970s | 457 | |
| 1960s | 211 | |
| 1950s | 128 | |
| 1940s | 95 | |
| 1930s | 11 | |
| 1920s | 54 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Charis mean?
From Greek 'charis' (χάρις) meaning grace, kindness, or charm. In Greek myth the Charites (Graces) were goddesses of grace and beauty; the root also underlies the word charisma.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Charis mean?
Charis means grace. From Greek 'charis' (χάρις) meaning grace, kindness, or charm. In Greek myth the Charites (Graces) were goddesses of grace and beauty; the root also underlies the word charisma.
What is the origin of the name Charis?
Charis is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Charis?
Charis is pronounced “KAIR-iss.”
Is Charis a boy or a girl name?
Charis is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Charis a popular name right now?
Charis is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Charis?
In 2025, Charis ranked #9066 · U.S. boys and #3137 · U.S. girls in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Charis most popular?
Charis was most popular in 2006, when about 127 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Charis?
Names similar to Charis include Bronte, Callista, Nyx, Charisse, Anthea.
What names go well with Charis?
greek names that pair well with Charis include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.