All about the name CHARON

Meaning, origin, history.

Charon, derived from Greek 'χαράων', translates to 'graceful'. It's a rare unisex given name of Greek origin, traditionally known as the ferryman of Hades in Greek mythology who carried souls across the river that divided the world of the living from the dead. The name Charon is often associated with this mythological figure, suggesting a profound and intriguing character.

See also

Greek
Greece

Popularity of the name CHARON since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Charon saw a steady increase in popularity between 1970 and 1984, with a peak of 12 births in 1984. However, it experienced several declines afterwards, with only occasional spikes, such as the 13 births in 1990. Overall, there were 215 babies named Charon born between 1970 and 2013."

Name variation CHARON.