Charles vs Jose

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jose

Boy #91 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will increase, God will add"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#91
Total SSA Count
3,768
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charles Rank #51
Jose Rank #91

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #91 for Jose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charles or Jose more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Jose at #91 in the United States.

What do Charles and Jose mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Jose means "God will increase, God will add" (Hebrew origin).

Are Charles and Jose boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Jose is primarily a boy name.

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