Spike vs Chares

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spike

Boy #30,390 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Sharp point, nail"

Origin: Old Norse/Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30,390
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Chares

Boy #30,601 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Grace, divine favor, loving-kindness"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Ancient Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30,601
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Spike Rank #30,390
Chares Rank #30,601

Spike is more popular, ranked #30390 vs #30601 for Chares.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spike or Chares more popular?

Spike is more popular, ranked #30390 compared to Chares at #30601 in the United States.

What do Spike and Chares mean?

Spike means "Sharp point, nail" (Old Norse/Old English origin). Chares means "Grace, divine favor, loving-kindness" (Greek origin).

Are Spike and Chares boy or girl names?

Spike is primarily a boy name. Chares is primarily a boy name.

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