Arlen vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlen

Boy #1,688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,688
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arl, Ary, Arie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlen Rank #1,688
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1688 for Arlen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlen ___

  • Arlen James
  • Arlen Scott
  • Arlen Ray
  • Arlen Dean
  • Arlen Cole

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 Arlen

Marlowe Harlan Cora Vivian Dale

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlen or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arlen at #1688 in the United States.

What do Arlen and Charlotte mean?

Arlen means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Arlen and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Arlen is primarily a boy name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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