Charlotte vs Essie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Essie

Girl #2,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star, radiant one"

Origin: Hebrew/Persian

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,714
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ess

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Essie Rank #2,714

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2714 for Essie.

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

Essie ___

  • Essie Mae
  • Essie Rose
  • Essie Jane
  • Essie Pearl
  • Essie Grace
  • Essie Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Essie

Bea Mabel Hazel Archie Ezra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Essie more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Essie at #2714 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Essie mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Essie means "star, radiant one" (Hebrew/Persian origin).

Are Charlotte and Essie boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Essie is primarily a girl name.

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