To shine from joy
Derived from the Greek elements 'chara' meaning joy and 'lampein' meaning to shine or radiate. It is a traditional Greek name often associated with Saint Charalambos, a 2nd-century Christian martyr believed to protect against illness. In Greek culture, it is a name that conveys both spiritual radiance and deep-seated happiness.
Less common today
Haralambos isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,694 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Early Christian bishop and martyr
Olympic bronze medalist in wrestling
