Dalani vs Karis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Karis

Girl #2,185 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, kindness"

Origin: Greek charis

Cultural Roots

Greek English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,185
Total SSA Count
87
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kari, Kar

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Popularity Comparison

Dalani Rank #2,263
Karis Rank #2,185

Karis is more popular, ranked #2185 vs #2263 for Dalani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dalani ___

  • Dalani Rose
  • Dalani Marie
  • Dalani Simone
  • Dalani Jade
  • Dalani Celeste
  • Dalani Dawn

Karis ___

  • Karis Rose
  • Karis Mae
  • Karis Elizabeth
  • Karis Sophia
  • Karis Grace
  • Karis Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dalani

Amara Zuri Nia Imani Kofi

If you choose Karis

Lyra Thea Cleo Cassius Phelan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalani or Karis more popular?

Karis is more popular, ranked #2185 compared to Dalani at #2263 in the United States.

What do Dalani and Karis mean?

Dalani means "gentle, serene" (African origin). Karis means "grace, kindness" (Greek charis origin).

Are Dalani and Karis boy or girl names?

Dalani is primarily a girl name. Karis is primarily a girl name.

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