Charles vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#51
Total SSA Count
5,593
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Charlie, Chuck, Chaz

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charles Rank #51
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #51 for Charles.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charles ___

  • Charles James
  • Charles William
  • Charles Edward
  • Charles Henry
  • Charles Robert
  • Charles Thomas

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 Charles

George Henry Edward Alice Eleanor

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charles or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Charles at #51 in the United States.

What do Charles and Charlotte mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Charles and Charlotte boy or girl names?

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

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