Karis vs Oliver

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Karis Rank #2,185
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2185 for Karis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Karis ___

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

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Karis

Lyra Thea Cleo Cassius Phelan

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karis or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Karis at #2185 in the United States.

What do Karis and Oliver mean?

Karis means "grace, kindness" (Greek charis origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Karis and Oliver boy or girl names?

Karis is primarily a girl name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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