Kharis
Kharis is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,543 in the US, popular nicknames include Kha, Khy, and Khaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kharis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 5 babies have been named Kharis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kharis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,543 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,543
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Kharis is also used as a girl name, ranked #9111.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kharis
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About the Name Kharis
Kharis is a boy name .
Is Kharis a boy or girl name? Kharis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,543 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,111. Kharis is more commonly used as a girl name.
Kharis is currently ranked #39,543 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kharis include Kha, Khy, Khaie, and Kharie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kharis include Khari, Kharter . 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