Alexandra vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexandra

Girl #221 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Russian Spanish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,387
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Alex, Lexi, Alexa

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alexandra Rank #221
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra Claire

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 Alexandra

Nicholas Sebastian Isabella Anastasia Victoria

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Charlotte mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Alexandra and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Alexandra is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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