Charisse Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-REES / ʃəˈrisFrench; Greek
Meaning
French: dear one; Greek: grace
Historical & Cultural Background
Charisse is derived from the French name 'Charis,' which means grace. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century. The name is often associated with elegance and charm. It has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting a blend of French and Greek influences.
Trend Summary
Charisse has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Charis
- Cherise
International Variants
- Karissa (English)
- Charis (Greek)
Famous people named Charisse
Charisse Meriwether is an American actress known for her roles in classic films.
Charisse McGhee is a notable American author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Charisse
Charisse is a character in the novel 'The Last Song' by Nicholas Sparks, known for her supportive role.
Charisse is featured in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus' as a student with a curious mind.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Charisse was first seen in the United States in 1946. Charisse has ranked as high as #915 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Charisse has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Charisse (2015)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1946 | 5 |
1947 | 10 |
1948 | 19 |
1949 | 14 |
1950 | 17 |
1951 | 15 |
1952 | 23 |
1953 | 55 |
1954 | 82 |
1955 | 76 |
1956 | 90 |
1957 | 94 |
1958 | 97 |
1959 | 86 |
1960 | 109 |
1961 | 112 |
1962 | 118 |
1963 | 122 |
1964 | 109 |
1965 | 120 |
1966 | 121 |
1967 | 153 |
1968 | 146 |
1969 | 154 |
1970 | 183 |
1971 | 209 |
1972 | 122 |
1973 | 169 |
1974 | 129 |
1975 | 125 |
1976 | 97 |
1977 | 117 |
1978 | 132 |
1979 | 158 |
1980 | 133 |
1981 | 117 |
1982 | 143 |
1983 | 107 |
1984 | 118 |
1985 | 107 |
1986 | 128 |
1987 | 83 |
1988 | 68 |
1989 | 95 |
1990 | 82 |
1991 | 77 |
1992 | 66 |
1993 | 72 |
1994 | 48 |
1995 | 46 |
1996 | 39 |
1997 | 34 |
1998 | 29 |
1999 | 28 |
2000 | 29 |
2001 | 18 |
2002 | 26 |
2003 | 17 |
2004 | 23 |
2005 | 25 |
2006 | 24 |
2007 | 17 |
2008 | 11 |
2009 | 19 |
2010 | 14 |
2011 | 10 |
2012 | 13 |
2013 | 10 |
2014 | 7 |
2015 | 11 |
2020 | 8 |
2021 | 6 |