Holding steady.
Popularity of Chalise since 1972
Babies named Chalise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 49 |
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chalise first appeared on the U.S. baby-naming landscape in 1972, a time when many inventive spellings and novel names were gaining traction. Its peak year was 1980, but it has maintained a stable, low-level presence since then, with no sharp rises or declines. While its exact derivation is uncertain, it may be linked to the word chalice, evoking imagery of a ceremonial cup. The name has been used predominantly for girls, consistent with its soft, melodic sound. Although it has never entered the top 1,000 rankings, Chalise appeals to parents seeking a name that is distinctive without being overly unusual, with a gentle and elegant quality.
The name Chalise first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s. It may be a respelling of Chalice, which derives from the Latin 'calix' meaning cup. However, its sudden emergence without clear historical precedent suggests it is a modern coinage, possibly influenced by similar-sounding names or the word 'chalice' itself. The name has seen modest use in the United States since then, particularly in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chali, Lee, Lise
Sibling names for Chalise
Names that share Chalise's style, for a brother or sister.
