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Kariss

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

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

Kariss is a modern given name that most often derives from the Greek *charis*, meaning “grace” or “favour,” making it a direct relative of the much older Carissa. As a contemporary spelling, it rose in popularity alongside similar soft, melodic names like Karina and Kerris. Notable bearers include Estonian actress Kariss Karmo, known for her theatre and film work, and American author Kariss Lynch, who writes young-adult fiction. The name shares its root with the Greek mythological Charites, the three Graces, but has no direct place-name connections. A popular variant, Karyss, also appears occasionally, while the phonetic resemblance to “carissima” (Italian for “dearest”) adds a romantic undertone that appeals to modern parents seeking a fresh twist on a classic virtue name.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20053 babies
Latest (2005)
#6873 babies
Total births
3since 2005
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2005 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).