Arlene vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlene

Girl #1,817 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,817
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arly, Arlie, Lena

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlene Rank #1,817
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1817 for Arlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlene ___

  • Arlene Marie
  • Arlene Rose
  • Arlene Jean
  • Arlene Ann
  • Arlene Louise
  • Arlene Kay

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 Arlene

Shirley Beverly Donna Gary Dennis

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlene or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arlene at #1817 in the United States.

What do Arlene and Charlotte mean?

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

Are Arlene and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Arlene is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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