Charon
Pronunciation: [ k-EHR-uhn ]
Charon is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,774 in the US, popular nicknames include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Charon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 216 babies have been named Charon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Charon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,774 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,774
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Charon is also used as a girl name, ranked #48200.
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About the Name Charon
Charon is a boy name .
Is Charon a boy or girl name? Charon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,774 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,200. Charon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Charon is currently ranked #39,774 in popularity for boy 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 Charles, Charlie, Charley, Charleston, Charly . 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