Brad vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4135 for Brad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brad ___

  • Brad James
  • Brad Allen
  • Brad Lee
  • Brad Thomas
  • Brad Scott
  • Brad Michael

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 Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Brad at #4135 in the United States.

What do Brad and Charlotte mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Brad and Charlotte boy or girl names?

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

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