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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Charis

Grace, kindness, charm

Pronunciation: KAR-is (/ˈkærɪs/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Grace, kindness, charm
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
11
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Charis mean?

In Greek mythology, Charis was the goddess of charm, beauty, and the graces. In Christian tradition, Charis represents the divine grace, kindness, and charm bestowed upon us by God.

Charis in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
כריס
חסד, חן, מתנה מאלוהים
Greek
Χάρις
χάρις, χάρη, δωρεά
Latin
Charis
gratia, donum, beneficium
English
Charis
grace, favor, gift from God

How to pronounce Charis

English pronunciation
KAR-is
Biblical pronunciation
Χά-ρις
IPA notation
/ˈkærɪs/

Numerology & personality

11 is a master number that represents spiritual awakening, enlightenment, and personal growth.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes God's endless grace, kindness, and charm towards us

The name Charis carries a rich cultural background from ancient Greek mythology, where it was the name of a goddess responsible for the feelings of fascination, attraction, delight, and miracle. This goddess's charm and grace extended far beyond personal virtues. She was also the one who helped ensure productive relationships between mortals and deities, and was even present at the birth of the god Apollo. With this heritage, the name Charis emanates a sense of enchantment, attraction, and favor that extends beyond individual personality traits.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (Romans 5:15, 2 Corinthians 1:12)

Popularity of Charis by region

Region Country Score Year
Germany DE 45 2024
Brazil BR 83 2024

Spelling variations of Charis

Kharis

Names similar to Charis

Frequently asked questions about Charis

What does Charis mean?
Charis is a Greek name that means grace, kindness, and charm.
Is Charis a Christianity name?
Yes, in Christian tradition, Charis represents the divine grace, kindness, and charm bestowed upon us by God.
How to pronounce Charis?
Kah-reez
Is Charis popular today?
While Charis is not a widely used name today, it has a timeless appeal and is cherished by many.
What is the origin of Charis?
Charis is a Greek name with roots in Greek mythology as the goddess of grace, beauty, and the graces. In Christian tradition, Charis represents the divine grace, kindness, and charm bestowed upon us by God.