Holding steady.
Popularity of Charnise since 1971
Babies named Charnise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 125 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charnise is a modern American name that first appeared in records in 1971. It reached its peak usage in 1991, though it has never been a common name. The name's trajectory has remained stable over time, with no significant surges or declines. While its exact origins are uncertain, it likely draws from fashionable elements seen in names like Cherise and Charmaine. Charnise has no strong regional concentration, appearing sparingly across the United States without a dominant state. As a modern coinage, it reflects the creative naming trends of the late 20th century.
Charnise is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1971. It appears to be a blend or respelling of names like Cherise (a French-derived name meaning 'cherry') or Charmaine (from Latin 'carmen' meaning 'song'). The name gained modest popularity in the 1990s, peaking in 1991.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Char, Nise, Cherry
Sibling names for Charnise
Names that share Charnise's style, for a brother or sister.
