Charles vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Charles Rank #51

Brandon Rank #230

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Charles or Brandon more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Charles and Brandon mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Charles and Brandon boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.