Holding steady.
Popularity of Chenise since 1958
Babies named Chenise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 89 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chenise is a rare feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1958, reflecting a mid-century trend of inventive names. It never achieved widespread popularity and has not appeared in the Social Security Administration's top 1,000 names. Its most frequent year was 1992, after which usage remained stable at very low levels. While no top states are recorded, the name was used sporadically across the country. Chenise's etymology is uncertain, but its structure suggests a modern coinage influenced by names like Denise.
Chenise likely emerged in the mid-20th century as a modern coinage, possibly blending the popular prefix 'Che-' (as in Cherise) with the suffix '-nise' from names like Denise. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1958 and saw modest use, peaking in 1992. Its exact derivation is unclear, but it fits a pattern of inventive feminine names from that era.
Sibling names for Chenise
Names that share Chenise's style, for a brother or sister.
