Charlotte vs Ellani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellani

Girl #6,204 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly, sky royalty"

Origin: Hawaiian lani + Germanic ella

Cultural Roots

American Hawaiian-inspired

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,204
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ella, Lani, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Ellani Rank #6,204

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6204 for Ellani.

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

Ellani ___

  • Ellani Rose
  • Ellani Grace
  • Ellani Marie
  • Ellani Jane
  • Ellani Mae
  • Ellani Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Ellani

Leilani Kai Noelani Keanu Maile

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Ellani more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ellani at #6204 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Ellani mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Ellani means "heavenly, sky royalty" (Hawaiian lani + Germanic ella origin).

Are Charlotte and Ellani boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Ellani is primarily a girl name.

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