Charlotte vs Ember

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ember

Girl #137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ember, smoldering remnant"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#137
Total SSA Count
2,172
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Ember Rank #137

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #137 for Ember.

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

Ember ___

  • Ember Rose
  • Ember Jade
  • Ember Skye
  • Ember Wren
  • Ember Faye
  • Ember Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Ember

Ash Blaze Storm Hazel Willow

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Ember more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ember at #137 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Ember mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Ember means "ember, smoldering remnant" (Old Norse origin).

Are Charlotte and Ember boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Ember is primarily a girl name.

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