Charise
About Charise
Charise is a feminine name of French derivation, representing a variation of 'Charis,' which comes from the Greek word for 'grace' or 'kindness.' This elegant name shares roots with more common variants like Charisse, Cherish, and Cherisse. Peaking in popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, Charise offers a sophisticated sound with its soft 'sh' ending. The name carries connotations of refinement, beauty, and charm, reflecting its graceful etymological origins. While less frequently chosen in recent decades, Charise maintains appeal for parents seeking a name that sounds simultaneously classic and distinctive, with a touch of French elegance and meaningful roots in ancient concepts of divine beauty and favor.
Pronounced shuh-REES.
As of October 2026, Charise ranked #11173 in US births in 2014 SSA, peaked at #1293 in 1971.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |