US Popularity Rank: 3705

Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Grace, graceful; Kindness; Beauty; Love; Friend

Karis is a girl's name of Greek and Welsh origin. This lovely name has the even lovelier meanings “grace,” “graceful,” “kindness,” and “beauty.” It's a variant of Charis, which you may recognize from Greek mythology's Charites—goddesses of nature, beauty, charm, fertility, and human creativity. Karis is also considered a form of the Welsh Carys, meaning “love” or “friend.” Whether you love mythology or wish for a life filled with love and friendship, calling baby Karis will inspire nothing but otherworldly, joyful images.