Charlotte vs Gillian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gillian

Girl #3,126 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"youthful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,126
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gill, Gilly, Jill

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Gillian Rank #3,126

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3126 for Gillian.

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

Gillian ___

  • Gillian Rose
  • Gillian Anne
  • Gillian Claire
  • Gillian Marie
  • Gillian Hope
  • Gillian Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Gillian

Alison Sheila Colin Duncan Fiona

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Gillian more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gillian at #3126 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Gillian mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Gillian means "youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Gillian boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Gillian is primarily a girl name.

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