Barrett vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#186
Total SSA Count
1,984
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Barry, Bear, Rhett

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Barrett Rank #186
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #186 for Barrett.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barrett ___

  • Barrett James
  • Barrett Lee
  • Barrett Cole
  • Barrett Scott
  • Barrett Reid
  • Barrett Gray

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 Barrett

Everett Sloane Piper Colton Greer

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barrett or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Charlotte mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Barrett and Charlotte boy or girl names?

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

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