Gene vs Charley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gene Rank #1,910
Charley Rank #1,838

Charley is more popular, ranked #1838 vs #1910 for Gene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gene or Charley more popular?

Charley is more popular, ranked #1838 compared to Gene at #1910 in the United States.

What do Gene and Charley mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Charley means "free man, strong man" (Old High German (Karl) origin).

Are Gene and Charley boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Charley is primarily a boy name.

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