Carly vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Carly Rank #873
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #873 for Carly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carly ___

  • Carly Ann
  • Carly Rose
  • Carly Marie
  • Carly Jo
  • Carly Sue
  • Carly Lynn

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 Carly

Casey Mandy Jamie Corey Brady

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carly or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Carly at #873 in the United States.

What do Carly and Charlotte mean?

Carly means "free man, free woman" (Old High German origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Carly and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Carly is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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