Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Charise since 1949
Babies named Charise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 9 |
| 1950s | 135 |
| 1960s | 429 |
| 1970s | 664 |
| 1980s | 588 |
| 1990s | 244 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charise is a name that enjoyed its peak popularity in 1971, reflecting a broader trend for French-inflected feminine names during that era. Since 1985, its usage has steadily fallen, and it has not appeared in recent U.S. rankings. Despite its decline, Charise remains a distinctive choice with a clear derivation from the classic name Charles, conveying the meaning 'free man' through its feminine form. The name's first recorded use in U.S. data is 1949, showing it as a mid-20th-century coinage that never reached widespread popularity. Its peak year of 1971 marks a period when many similar soft-sounding names were in vogue. While not currently ranked, Charise carries a vintage charm for those seeking a name with a melodic, French-inspired sound.
Charise is a French feminine diminutive of Charles, derived from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man'. It emerged as a variant of Charissa or Cheryl, influenced by names like Denise and Elise. The name saw moderate use in English-speaking countries from the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Char, Cherry, Risa
Sibling names for Charise
Names that share Charise's style, for a brother or sister.
