Charlotte vs Katie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Katie

Girl #580 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#580
Total SSA Count
518
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kate, Kat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Katie Rank #580

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #580 for Katie.

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

Katie ___

  • Katie Grace
  • Katie Rose
  • Katie Ann
  • Katie Lynn
  • Katie Elizabeth
  • Katie Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Katie

Emily Sarah Connor Patrick Molly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Katie more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Katie at #580 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Katie mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Katie means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Charlotte and Katie boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Katie is primarily a girl name.

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