Chara: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ch-ahr-ah
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Mediterranean
Meaning: Chara symbolizes 'joy and nobility with a touch of celestial charm'.

Chara is a feminine name rooted in multiple languages, including Spanish, Greek, English, and Latin. It symbolizes joy and nobility with a touch of celestial charm. The name Chara means 'joy' or 'happiness' in Spanish and Greek, derived from the ancient Greek term khará. It is also associated with the Hebrew name Sarah, meaning 'noblewoman' or 'princess,' and the French name Charlotte, meaning 'free man' or 'petite.' Over time, Chara has evolved to be used as a diminutive form of various names and has gained popularity as a standalone name due to its positive connotations and versatile origins.

Chara Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Chara is currently #17925 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Chara is currently #10230 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Chara is currently #9122 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Chara is currently #5186 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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