Jose vs Charles

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

Jose Rank #91
Charles Rank #51

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jose or Charles more popular?

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

What do Jose and Charles mean?

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

Are Jose and Charles boy or girl names?

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

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