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Charys

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Charys: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2005.

Charys is a modern, elegant respelling of the Greek name Charis, meaning “grace” or “kindness” – it was the name of one of the three Graces (the Charites) in Greek mythology, who personified beauty and charm. While no famous historical bearers dominate the record, the name gained subtle recognition through Charis, the wife of the Greek poet Hesiod in ancient texts. The closest place connection is the Greek island of Chios, though the link is purely etymological rather than direct. Notably, Charys is a rare choice even in Scotland, but its phonetic similarity to “Charis” or “Caris” gives it a soft, lyrical feel – a distinctive alternative to more common grace-themed names like Grace or Hannah.