Alissa vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alissa

Girl #1,558 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble kind"

Origin: Germanic (Adalheidis)

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,558
Total SSA Count
136
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Lissy, Lissa

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alissa Rank #1,558
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1558 for Alissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alissa ___

  • Alissa Rose
  • Alissa Marie
  • Alissa Grace
  • Alissa Faith
  • Alissa Dawn
  • Alissa Lynn

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 Alissa

Brianna Cassandra Melissa Serena Trevor

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alissa or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alissa at #1558 in the United States.

What do Alissa and Charlotte mean?

Alissa means "noble kind" (Germanic (Adalheidis) origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Alissa and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Alissa is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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