Holding steady.
Popularity of Charlisa since 1959
Babies named Charlisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 80 |
| 1970s | 120 |
| 1980s | 152 |
| 1990s | 164 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charlisa is a modern feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1959. It represents a common naming pattern of the era: blending two established names to create a distinctive but familiar-sounding compound. The peak of its modest popularity occurred in 1989, when more parents chose Charlisa than in any other year. Since then, the name has become quite rare, with the data showing a stable trajectory of very low usage through 2025. Unlike many names that achieve widespread recognition, Charlisa never appeared in the U.S. top 1,000 and has no strong association with any particular state. It remains a unique choice for parents seeking a name that feels both inventive and rooted in classic elements.
Charlisa is a 20th-century invented name, formed by blending the popular names Charlotte (of French origin, meaning 'free man') and Lisa (a short form of Elizabeth, of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is my oath'). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1959 as part of a trend of compound feminine names ending in '-isa'. The name saw modest use, with its highest recorded frequency in 1989, but never entered widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Lissy, Lisa, Char
Variants: Sharlisa
Sibling names for Charlisa
Names that share Charlisa's style, for a brother or sister.
