"free woman, feminine form of Charles"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
Charlette
Girl Name
#2,972 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A royal name with timeless French elegance
French
English
American
Elegant
Vintage
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"petite and feminine (French diminutive)"
Origin: French
Language: French
The Story of Charlette
Charlette is an alternate spelling of Charlotte, the French feminine diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic Karl meaning free man or manly. Charlotte itself became an international royal name through Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of King George III of Britain. Charlette preserves the elegance of Charlotte with a slightly distinctive orthographic touch.
Charlotte has been one of the most popular girls' names globally through the 2010s-2020s, partly due to Princess Charlotte of Wales born in 2015. Charlette is a less common variant that appeals to parents wanting the name's prestige with unique spelling.
Charlotte has been a royal name across Europe for centuries. The city of Charlotte, North Carolina was named after Queen Charlotte in 1768.
Fun Facts
- Princess Charlotte of Wales, daughter of Prince William and Princess Catherine, was born in 2015
- Charlotte Bronte wrote Jane Eyre under the pseudonym Currer Bell
Charlette in Other Languages
French
Charlotte
German
Charlotta
Italian
Carlotta
Spanish
Carlota
Famous People Named Charlette
P
Princess Charlotte of Wales
Royalty
2015
Daughter of Prince William and Princess Catherine, second in line to the British throne
C
Charlotte Bronte
Writer
1816
English novelist and poet, author of Jane Eyre
C
Charlotte (Charlotte's Web) Fictional
Other
The wise and selfless spider who saves Wilbur the pig in E.B. White's beloved children's novel
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,972
- Total SSA Count
- 55
- Cultural Origins
- French English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Charlie
Char
Lettie
Pairs Well With
Charlette Rose
Charlette Grace
Charlette Anne
Charlette Mae
Charlette Claire
Charlette Elise
Charlette Vivienne
Sibling Names
Similar Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Charlette
What does the name Charlette mean?
"free woman, feminine form of Charles" (from Germanic). "petite and feminine (French diminutive)" (from French). Charlette is an alternate spelling of Charlotte, the French feminine diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic Karl meaning free man or manly. Charlotte itself became an international royal name through Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of King George III of Britain. Charlette preserves the elegance of Charlotte with a slightly distinctive orthographic touch.
What is the origin of the name Charlette?
Charlette has Germanic, French, English, and American origins. In Germanic, it means "free woman, feminine form of Charles". In French, it means "petite and feminine (French diminutive)".
Is Charlette a boy or girl name?
Charlette is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Charlette?
Charlette is currently ranked #2972 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Charlette?
Common nicknames for Charlette include Charlie, Char, and Lettie.
What are good middle names for Charlette?
Popular middle name pairings include Charlette Rose, Charlette Grace, Charlette Anne, Charlette Mae, Charlette Claire, Charlette Elise, and Charlette Vivienne.
What are good sibling names for Charlette?
Names that pair well with Charlette as siblings include Henri, Isabelle, Louis, Margot, Theodore, and Clementine.
How many syllables does Charlette have?
Charlette has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Charlette a common or rare name?
Charlette is an uncommon name, ranked #2972 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Charlette
Charlette is a girl name with French, English, and American origins . The name means "free woman, feminine form of Charles" in Germanic .
Charlette is currently ranked #2,972 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Charlette has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Charlette include Charlie, Char, and Lettie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Charlette include Charlotte, Charlie, Charlee, Charli, Charley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.