Charity: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ch-ahr-eety
Origin: France
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Charity means 'benevolence for the poor and the highest manifestation of Christian love'.

Charity is an English feminine given name derived from the English word "charity," which means benevolence for the poor and the highest manifestation of Christian love. It was used by the Puritans as a virtue name and has its roots in the Old French word "charité," which was derived from the Latin "Caritas." The name has been in use since the 19th century and experienced a resurgence in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. Despite its decline in recent years, Charity remains a meaningful name that symbolizes kindness and generosity. It is often associated with the three theological virtues, Faith, Hope, and Charity, and is traditionally given to triplet girls.

Charity Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Charity is currently #1569 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Charity is currently #866 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Charity is currently #811 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Charity is currently #454 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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