Bethany vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bethany

Girl #728 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"house of dates (fruit)"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#728
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Beth, Bethy, Bethie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bethany Rank #728
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #728 for Bethany.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bethany ___

  • Bethany Grace
  • Bethany Anne
  • Bethany Joy
  • Bethany Hope
  • Bethany Elise
  • Bethany Renée

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 Bethany

Hannah Rachel Miriam Matthew Caleb

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bethany or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bethany at #728 in the United States.

What do Bethany and Charlotte mean?

Bethany means "house of dates (fruit)" (Aramaic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Bethany and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Bethany is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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