Charisma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Charisma' originates from the Greek word for grace and charm. It signifies a special allure that draws people in. Over time, it has evolved through various languages, maintaining its core meaning. While not directly biblical, it holds significant cultural importance. Today, it is linked to influential figures known for their compelling presence.
The name Charisma is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Charisma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charisma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2948th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2214th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1663rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3217th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charisma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charisma"
Pronunciation
/kəˈrɪzmə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name 'Charisma' is derived from the Greek word 'charis', which means 'grace' or 'favor'. It is often associated with a special ability or charm that attracts others.
Meaning
grace, favor, charm
Language Evolution
Charisma (Modern English), Charisma (Late Latin), Charisma (Greek)
Historical Usage
The term gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the context of personal magnetism and leadership qualities.
Variants & Derivatives
Charismatic, Charism, Kharisma
Modern Popularity & Image
Charisma is often perceived positively, associated with influential leaders, performers, and individuals who possess a captivating presence.
Famous People
Martin Luther King Jr., Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charisma"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Charisma"
"Charisma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2948th of 19264 | 386 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2214th of 27321 | 866 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1663rd of 35406 | 1,936 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3217th of 30306 | 602 |
Regional Popularity of "Charisma" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Charisma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
83.15% 2896th/3483 |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
66.32% 2444th/3685 |
29.70% 1329th/4475 |
51.96% 2699th/5194 |
51.12% 3229th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.90% 2103rd/4582 |
28.31% 1462nd/5164 |
22.44% 1641st/7313 |
23.10% 1724th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
44.15% 3012th/6822 |
46.51% 2919th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charisma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charisma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.