Charlotte vs Ilene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ilene

Girl #5,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek Helen/Irene influence

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,678
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ile, Lee, Lenie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Ilene Rank #5,678

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5678 for Ilene.

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

Ilene ___

  • Ilene Marie
  • Ilene Grace
  • Ilene Ann
  • Ilene Rose
  • Ilene Louise
  • Ilene Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Ilene

Marlene Pauline Doreen Joan Shirley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Ilene more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ilene at #5678 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Ilene mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Ilene means "bright, shining light" (Greek Helen/Irene influence origin).

Are Charlotte and Ilene boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Ilene is primarily a girl name.

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