Victor vs Charles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#51
Total SSA Count
5,593
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Victor Rank #214
Charles Rank #51

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #214 for Victor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Victor or Charles more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Victor at #214 in the United States.

What do Victor and Charles mean?

Victor means "conqueror, winner" (Latin origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Victor and Charles boy or girl names?

Victor is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.

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