Charlotte vs Cullen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cullen

Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cull, Cully

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Cullen Rank #1,131

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1131 for Cullen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Cullen ___

  • Cullen James
  • Cullen Patrick
  • Cullen Thomas
  • Cullen Edward
  • Cullen Michael
  • Cullen Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Cullen

Emmett Jasper Alice Rosalie Esme

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Cullen more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cullen at #1131 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Cullen mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Cullen means "at the holly trees" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Charlotte and Cullen boy or girl names?

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

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