Charles vs Graham

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

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Popularity Comparison

Charles Rank #51
Graham Rank #129

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #129 for Graham.

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

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charles

George Henry Edward Alice Eleanor

If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charles or Graham more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Charles and Graham mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Charles and Graham boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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