Cara vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cara

Girl #1,298 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dear one, beloved"

Origin: Italian/Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,298
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cara Rank #1,298
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1298 for Cara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cara ___

  • Cara Rose
  • Cara Ann
  • Cara Louise
  • Cara Elizabeth
  • Cara Jane
  • Cara Mia

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 Cara

Fiona Siobhan Declan Liam Erin

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cara or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cara at #1298 in the United States.

What do Cara and Charlotte mean?

Cara means "dear one, beloved" (Italian/Latin origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Cara and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Cara is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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