Chalise
chuh-LEES
Chalise is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “Likely a variant of Chalice, which refers to a drinking cup, often associated with religious significance, specifically the Holy Grail.”, and peaked in popularity in 1980.
What Chalise Means
“Likely a variant of Chalice, which refers to a drinking cup, often associated with religious significance, specifically the Holy Grail.”
The Story of Chalise
Before this name graced a child, it was held aloft in ancient ceremonies, a vessel of profound reverence.
Chalise, likely a variant of the English word 'chalice', carries echoes of the French. It refers to a sacred drinking cup, often imbued with religious significance. This term has a long history, tied closely to ceremonial rites and symbolic blessings.
When you imagine your daughter as Chalise, you see someone who holds grace within her very being. This name suggests a child who will approach life with a quiet dignity, a gentle spirit that can fill any room with a sense of calm and sacred presence.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#19 in 1980
Total Births
222
First Recorded
1972
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