Charlotte vs Isla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charlotte

Girl #4 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

French English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,552
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Charlie, Lotte, Char

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Isla

Girl #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"island"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland

Cultural Roots

Scottish Spanish English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35
Total SSA Count
5,367
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Izzy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Isla Rank #35

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #35 for Isla.

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

Isla ___

  • Isla Grace
  • Isla Rose
  • Isla Mae
  • Isla Kate
  • Isla Jean
  • Isla Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Isla

Callum Finn Nora Fiona Rory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Isla more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Isla at #35 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Isla mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Isla means "island" (Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland origin).

Are Charlotte and Isla boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Isla is primarily a girl name.

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