Karis vs Zaveah

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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Zaveah

Girl #2,209 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"modern invented name; possibly shining, bright"

Origin: Modern American

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,209
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Zave, Vee, Zia

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Popularity Comparison

Karis Rank #2,185
Zaveah Rank #2,209

Karis is more popular, ranked #2185 vs #2209 for Zaveah.

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

Zaveah ___

  • Zaveah Marie
  • Zaveah Grace
  • Zaveah Renee
  • Zaveah Jade
  • Zaveah Rose
  • Zaveah Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Karis

Lyra Thea Cleo Cassius Phelan

If you choose Zaveah

Zayden Amara Nova Kyrie Zion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karis or Zaveah more popular?

Karis is more popular, ranked #2185 compared to Zaveah at #2209 in the United States.

What do Karis and Zaveah mean?

Karis means "grace, kindness" (Greek charis origin). Zaveah means "modern invented name; possibly shining, bright" (Modern American origin).

Are Karis and Zaveah boy or girl names?

Karis is primarily a girl name. Zaveah is primarily a girl name.

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