Karis Girl
Origin(s)
Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: pure; Latin: beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Karis has roots in Greek, where it is derived from the word 'charis,' meaning grace or kindness. In Latin, it is associated with the concept of being beloved. The name has gained popularity in various cultures and is often seen as a modern variant of traditional names. It is sometimes used in religious contexts, reflecting themes of purity and love.
Trend Summary
The name Karis has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Carys, Maris, Taris, Laris, Daris, Naris, Zaris
Variants
- Karys
- Kareese
International Variants
- Karis (English)
- Karyss (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karis was first seen in the United States in 1935. Karis has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Karis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 44 |
| 1979 | 43 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 55 |
| 1985 | 61 |
| 1986 | 51 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 44 |
| 1989 | 61 |
| 1990 | 60 |
| 1991 | 75 |
| 1992 | 66 |
| 1993 | 62 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 83 |
| 1996 | 69 |
| 1997 | 89 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 110 |
| 2000 | 98 |
| 2001 | 110 |
| 2002 | 182 |
| 2003 | 211 |
| 2004 | 265 |
| 2005 | 261 |
| 2006 | 278 |
| 2007 | 232 |
| 2008 | 252 |
| 2009 | 241 |
| 2010 | 234 |
| 2011 | 289 |
| 2012 | 310 |
| 2013 | 269 |
| 2014 | 237 |
| 2015 | 195 |
| 2016 | 226 |
| 2017 | 172 |
| 2018 | 169 |
| 2019 | 152 |
| 2020 | 150 |
| 2021 | 123 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2024 | 87 |