Charlotte vs Katharine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Katharine Rank #4,801

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4801 for Katharine.

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

Katharine ___

  • Katharine Rose
  • Katharine Anne
  • Katharine Jane
  • Katharine Grace
  • Katharine Elizabeth
  • Katharine Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Katharine

Eleanor Margaret William Henry Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Katharine more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Katharine at #4801 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Katharine mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Katharine means "pure, clean" (Greek 'katharos' origin).

Are Charlotte and Katharine boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Katharine is primarily a girl name.

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