Charlotte vs Drake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#662
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dra, Dry, Drie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Drake Rank #662

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #662 for Drake.

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

Drake ___

  • Drake Alexander
  • Drake James
  • Drake William
  • Drake Michael
  • Drake Thomas
  • Drake Owen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Drake

Chase Blake Logan Stella Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Drake more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Drake at #662 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Drake mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin).

Are Charlotte and Drake boy or girl names?

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

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