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Charis Pronunciation

Charis is pronounced KAR-iss /ˈkær.ɪs/Medium

Meaning: From Greek charis, 'grace, kindness, favor; beauty' (the Charites/Graces); more often a girl's name; here for boysLow

In 30 seconds: Grace; kindness; beauty: Charis is Greek for 'grace'. Lyrical, classic, and warm. More often a girl's name; here for boys (said 'KAR-iss').

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MeaningFrom Greek charis, 'grace, kindness, favor; beauty' (the Charites/Graces); more often a girl's name; here for boys

U.S. rank (2024)#6213 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 60

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Charis comes from Greek charis, 'grace, kindness, favor; beauty' — the root of charisma, and the name of the Charites, the Graces of myth. It is more often a girl's name (and a Greek male name appears as Charis/Haris too), used here for boys (slug distinguished, which we flag honestly; said 'KAR-iss'; the related Haris is a common Greek male name).

It registers thinly for boys in the U.S. Rare, grace-and-kindness at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Charis means 'grace, kindness, favor; beauty' in Greek (the Charites are the Graces) — a lyrical, classic name, more often given to girls but used here for boys (we flag the lean; said 'KAR-iss').

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Greek references — charis — etymology

Variations

HarisCharESKaris

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Unisex Greek

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Charis?

Charis is pronounced KAR-iss (/ˈkær.ɪs/). Press play above to hear Charis said aloud.

How do you say Charis?

Charis is said KAR-iss (/ˈkær.ɪs/). Press play above to hear Charis said aloud.

What does the name Charis mean?

Charis is Greek for 'grace, kindness, favor; beauty'.

Is Charis a boy or girl name?

Charis is more often a girl's name; this page covers its use as a boy's name (the related Haris is a common Greek male name).

How popular is Charis?

Charis is a rare name for boys in the U.S.