Charlotte vs Ellene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellene

Girl #70,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light, bright torch"

Origin: Greek helene

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#70,281
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell, Lenie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Ellene Rank #70,281

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #70281 for Ellene.

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

Ellene ___

  • Ellene Rose
  • Ellene Marie
  • Ellene Grace
  • Ellene Ann
  • Ellene Louise
  • Ellene Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Ellene

Irene Lorraine Pauline Evelyn Dorothy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Ellene more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ellene at #70281 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Ellene mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Ellene means "shining light, bright torch" (Greek helene origin).

Are Charlotte and Ellene boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Ellene is primarily a girl name.

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