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Kharisma
Pronounced kə-RIZ-mah /kəˈrɪz.mɑ/Medium
Meaning: A Kh- spelling of Charisma — from Greek charisma, 'a divine gift, grace, favor; charm, magnetic appeal' (from charis, 'grace')Medium
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History & Origin
Kharisma is a Kh- spelling of Charisma — from Greek charisma, 'a divine gift, grace, favor' (from charis, 'grace'); in modern use, 'charm, magnetic personal appeal'. A bold, modern word-name; the Kh- styling personalizes it (said 'kə-RIZ-mah'; nickname Kris).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-divine-gift-and-charm at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Kharisma mean?
Kharisma spells Charisma — Greek 'a divine gift; grace, charm'.
How do you pronounce Kharisma?
It's said kə-RIZ-mah /kəˈrɪz.mɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Kharisma a boy or girl name?
Kharisma is a girl's name.
How popular is Kharisma?
Kharisma is a rare name in the U.S.