Combination name, likely from Ch- prefix and Denise
Chanise is a modern American invention, most likely created by blending the popular prefix 'Cha-' with the name Denise. Denise itself is the French feminine form of Dionysius, referring to the Greek god of wine and revelry.
Less common today
Chanise isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,015 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional basketball player
