Arthur vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Art, Artie

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #105 for Arthur.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arthur ___

  • Arthur James
  • Arthur William
  • Arthur Henry
  • Arthur Frederick
  • Arthur George
  • Arthur Edmund

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 Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Charlotte mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Arthur and Charlotte boy or girl names?

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

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