Charon
Pronunciation: [ k-EHR-uhn ]
Charon is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,200 in the US, popular nicknames include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Charon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 840 babies have been named Charon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Charon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,200 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,200
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Charon is also used as a boy name, ranked #39774.
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About the Name Charon
Charon is a girl name .
Is Charon a boy or girl name? Charon is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #48,200 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,774. Charon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Charon is currently ranked #48,200 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Charon include Cha, Chy, Chaie, and Charie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Charon include Charlotte, Charlie, Charlee, Charli, Charley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis