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CharisseChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Graceful, charming

Pronunciation: KAIR-eez or CHAR-eez

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Name
Charisse
Meaning
Graceful, charming
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
KAIR-eez or CHAR-eez
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Charisse mean?

Charisse is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Graceful". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: KAIR-eez or CHAR-eez. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Χαρισε

אνθρωπος × αρις × αρισιμòς × αριςµòς

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KAIR-eez or CHAR-eez

IPA

/kɑːriːz/ or /tʃɑːriːz/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Charisse is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Graceful. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldPinkGreen

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

11

Numerology meaning: You have a strong intuition and you are sensitive to the needs of others. You have a natural ability to inspire and bring about positive change in the world.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of God's grace and love

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Charisse has been popular in the English-speaking world since the Middle Ages. Its Greek origin and association with the idea of grace make it a desirable name for girls in many cultures. Additionally, due to its similarity to the name "Cary" and "Carrie," it has also been used in the entertainment industry, including ladies such as Charisse constable (actress) and Charisse Mills (model).
Charisse embodies the Christian virtue of grace. In the Christian faith, grace is an unmerited favor from God. It is the divine help that God gives to His people. By naming a girl Charisse, parents can instill in her the reminder of God's unending grace and to strive to extend that same grace to others. Additionally, the name Charisse can serve as a reminder to live a life filled with kindness, generosity, and goodwill, all of which are manifestations of God's grace.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Charisse was a popular name among French nobility during the 15th century. The name Charisse carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

15th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Charisse Yevon, American actressCharisse Arden LeBlanc, American actress

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Charisse

loving kindness, graciousness, generosity, benevolence, and compassion

🇮🇱Hebrew

חראוס

נוחראוס ונופוח חואבווו

🇬🇷Greek

Χαρισε

אνθρωπος × αρις × αρισιμòς × αριςµòς

🇮🇹Latin

Charisse

Caritas, gratia, amor, benevolentia, benignitas

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