Charlotte vs Fern

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fern

Girl #1,259 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fern plant, feathery frond"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,259
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Fern Rank #1,259

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1259 for Fern.

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

Fern ___

  • Fern Louise
  • Fern Rose
  • Fern Claire
  • Fern Eloise
  • Fern Margot
  • Fern Alice

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Fern

Hazel Rowan Jasper Willow Clover

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Fern more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fern at #1259 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Fern mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Fern means "fern plant, feathery frond" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Fern boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Fern is primarily a girl name.

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