Charlotte vs Katana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Katana

Girl #2,566 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"samurai sword, symbol of honor"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

American Japanese Global pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,566
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kat, Tana, Katy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Katana Rank #2,566

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2566 for Katana.

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

Katana ___

  • Katana Rose
  • Katana Jade
  • Katana Storm
  • Katana Grace
  • Katana Marie
  • Katana Blaze

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Katana

Sakura Ryu Sora Kylo Ember

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Katana more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Katana at #2566 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Katana mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Katana means "samurai sword, symbol of honor" (Japanese origin).

Are Charlotte and Katana boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Katana is primarily a girl name.

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