Chemise
shuh-MEEZ
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
43
Peak Year
#12 in 1982
First Recorded
1958
The Story of Chemise
“This name evokes the understated elegance of a garment that has been a staple of style for centuries, a quiet whisper of sophistication.”
Chemise, of French origin, refers to a simple, shirt-like garment, often an underlayer but also a piece of simple, elegant clothing. As a given name, it appeared in the mid-20th century, a rare choice carrying a sophisticated air.
For your daughter, you imagine a certain graceful presence, an effortless style that draws people in. Chemise is a name that speaks to an innate elegance, a sophisticated charm that feels both refined and comfortable, like a well-loved garment.
A child named Chemise carries a legacy of subtle style and enduring grace, a reminder that true sophistication often lies in simplicity.
What It Means
Of French origin, Chemise refers to a type of simple, shirt-like garment. As a name, it is rare and evocative.
Numerology
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