Charlotte vs Iona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iona

Girl #2,771 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"island (of Saint Columba)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic place name

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Welsh British Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,771
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Io, Ona

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Iona Rank #2,771

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2771 for Iona.

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

Iona ___

  • Iona Rose
  • Iona May
  • Iona Grace
  • Iona Jean
  • Iona Claire
  • Iona Maeve

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Iona

Isla Skye Rhona Ailsa Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Iona more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Iona at #2771 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Iona mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Iona means "island (of Saint Columba)" (Scottish Gaelic place name origin).

Are Charlotte and Iona boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Iona is primarily a girl name.

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