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Charisma Pronunciation

Charisma is pronounced kə-RIZ-mah /kəˈrɪz.mɑ/High

Meaning: From Greek charisma, 'gift of grace, divine favor' — magnetic charm and appealHigh

In 30 seconds: Magnetic by name: Charisma is the Greek 'gift of grace' — that irresistible charm and appeal. Bold, glamorous, and luminous.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningFrom Greek charisma, 'gift of grace, divine favor' — magnetic charm and appeal

U.S. rank (2024)#4121 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births35 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2000

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,790

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Charisma comes from Greek charisma, 'gift of grace, divine favor' — from charis, 'grace'. As a given name it celebrates magnetic charm and presence, a bold modern word-name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, gift-of-grace at the root, and glamorous.

Did you know? Charisma, from Greek charis, 'grace', originally meant a divine gift or favor — now it names that special magnetic appeal; actress Charisma Carpenter wears it.

Overall data confidence 80%

Oxford English Dictionary — charisma — word origin

Variations

CarismaCharizma

Nicknames

CharisRiz

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If you like Charisma…

Charis— the 'grace' root name

Charity— a fellow grace-rooted virtue name

Destiny— a companion bold word-name

Harmony— another modern word-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Charisma?

Charisma is pronounced kə-RIZ-mah (/kəˈrɪz.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Charisma said aloud.

How do you say Charisma?

Charisma is said kə-RIZ-mah (/kəˈrɪz.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Charisma said aloud.

What does the name Charisma mean?

Charisma is Greek for 'gift of grace, divine favor' — magnetic charm.

Is Charisma a boy or girl name?

Charisma is a girl's name.

How popular is Charisma?

Charisma is a rare name in the U.S.