Charlis
Charlis is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,644 in the US, popular nicknames include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Charlis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 26 babies have been named Charlis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Charlis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,644 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,644
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Charlis is also used as a girl name, ranked #66143.
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About the Name Charlis
Charlis is a boy name .
Is Charlis a boy or girl name? Charlis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,644 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,143. Charlis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Charlis is currently ranked #38,644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Charlis include Cha, Chy, Chaie, and Charie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Charlis include Charles, Charlie, Charley, Charleston, Charly . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis