Charlotte vs Esther

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Esther

Girl #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#131
Total SSA Count
2,206
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Essie, Ettie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Esther Rank #131

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #131 for Esther.

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

Esther ___

  • Esther Rose
  • Esther Jane
  • Esther Mae
  • Esther Grace
  • Esther Violet
  • Esther Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Esther

Ruth Agnes Sylvia Clement Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Esther more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Esther at #131 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Esther mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Esther means "star" (Persian origin).

Are Charlotte and Esther boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Esther is primarily a girl name.

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