Charlotte vs Darla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darla

Girl #1,030 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, beloved one"

Origin: Old English 'deorling'

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,030
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dar

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Darla Rank #1,030

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1030 for Darla.

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

Darla ___

  • Darla Mae
  • Darla Jean
  • Darla Ann
  • Darla Sue
  • Darla Lynn
  • Darla Kay

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Darla

Darlene Donna Debbie Dean Dale

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Darla more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Darla at #1030 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Darla mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Darla means "darling, beloved one" (Old English 'deorling' origin).

Are Charlotte and Darla boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Darla is primarily a girl name.

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