Alessa vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alessa

Girl #1,683 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of mankind"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian German Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,683
Total SSA Count
121
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ale, Lessa, Lessie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alessa Rank #1,683
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1683 for Alessa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alessa ___

  • Alessa Rose
  • Alessa Grace
  • Alessa Marie
  • Alessa Lucia
  • Alessa Valentina
  • Alessa Elena

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 Alessa

Isabella Giulia Matteo Marco Chiara

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alessa or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alessa at #1683 in the United States.

What do Alessa and Charlotte mean?

Alessa means "defender of mankind" (Greek origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Alessa and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Alessa is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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