Aileen vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aileen

Girl #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Irish/Greek Helene

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ally, Lee, Leenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #718 for Aileen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aileen ___

  • Aileen Rose
  • Aileen Marie
  • Aileen Grace
  • Aileen Patricia
  • Aileen Margaret
  • Aileen Frances

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Aileen at #718 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Charlotte mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Aileen and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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