Charisse Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Charisse has its roots in French, derived from the word for grace or kindness. It evolved from the Greek Charis and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. The name embodies traits of elegance and charm, and it lacks any specific biblical relevance.
The name Charisse is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Charisse 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, 'Charisse' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1275th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 917th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1616th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5832nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16778th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charisse' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charisse"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈriːs/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Charisse is derived from the French word 'charité', which means 'grace' or 'kindness'. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Charis, which has roots in Greek mythology.
Meaning
grace, kindness
Language Evolution
Charis (Greek), Charité (French), Charisse (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Charisse gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a fashionable name associated with elegance and charm.
Variants & Derivatives
Charis, Charisse, Sharis, Shari
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Charisse is often associated with elegance and sophistication, and it retains a classic appeal while being relatively uncommon.
Famous People
Charisse Merivee, a notable actress and dancer, Charisse Smith, a recognized artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charisse"
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 "Charisse"
"Charisse" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1275th of 12526 | 1,253 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 917th of 19264 | 2,268 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1616th of 27321 | 1,396 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5832nd of 35406 | 337 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16778th of 30306 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Charisse" 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 "Charisse" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.11% 960th/2227 |
39.18% 952nd/2430 |
59.41% 1695th/2853 |
40.86% 1134th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.83% 788th/2937 |
18.66% 650th/3483 |
42.44% 1493rd/3518 |
25.07% 1014th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.99% 1621st/3685 |
26.08% 1167th/4475 |
46.28% 2404th/5194 |
25.41% 1605th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
72.93% 3766th/5164 |
- |
58.27% 4349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charisse"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charisse" 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.