charise as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of charise

What is the meaning of the name charise ?

The baby name charise is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced shə-ˈriːs (shuh-REESE).

charise is English, Greek in Origin.

Charise is a modern feminine given name rooted in the Greek charis, “grace, kindness, favor.” In myth, the Charites are the Graces; in the New Testament, charis denotes divine grace. The spelling with -ise reflects French-influenced styling, so Charise sometimes overlaps with Cherise and Cerise; the latter means “cherry” in French, but that is a coincidental look‑alike rather than the primary etymology for Charise. The core meaning remains “grace.”

Used in English-speaking countries since the mid‑20th century, Charise rose alongside similar names with soft sibilant endings. Media visibility of the dancer-actress Cyd Charisse (surname) helped popularize the related spelling Charisse, which in turn influenced Charise. Variants and relatives include Charis, Charissa, Charisse, Karis, Karissa, Cherise, and Cerise; cognates and semantic cousins are Grace and Charity. Nicknames such as Chari and Risa appear. Usage today is uncommon but familiar.