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Charley vs Charles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Charley Rank #1,838
Charles Rank #51

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #1838 for Charley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charley or Charles more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Charley at #1838 in the United States.

What do Charley and Charles mean?

Charley means "free man, strong man" (Old High German (Karl) origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Charley and Charles boy or girl names?

Charley is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.

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