Girl Name · Greek Origin
Charis
Charis is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Grace, kindness". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Charis often also consider Chris.
Charis meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Grace, kindness
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Charis to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Charis as C·H·A·R·I·S, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Charis is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Charis variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Charisa, Charise, Charisy, Chari.
- Nicknames: Cha and C.
- Middle names: Pair Charis with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Charis middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Chris, Chrissy, Cris, Charisse, Charissa — full picks on the sibling names for Charis guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Charis? Browse our names like Charis guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Charis
What does the name Charis mean?
Charis means "Grace, kindness" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Charis?
Charis originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Charis?
Charis has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Charis a boy's or girl's name?
Charis is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Charis in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Charis sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Charis?
Names that share Charis's sound and style include Chris, Chrissy, Cris, Charisse, Charissa.
What middle names pair well with Charis?
Good middle-name fits for Charis pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Charis is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Charis is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Charis?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Charis share its rhythm without rhyming — Chris, Chrissy, Cris all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.