Charlotte vs Kayley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayley

Girl #3,235 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slim, slender one"

Origin: Irish 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,235
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Kayley Rank #3,235

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3235 for Kayley.

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

Kayley ___

  • Kayley Ann
  • Kayley Marie
  • Kayley Grace
  • Kayley Nicole
  • Kayley Rose
  • Kayley Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Kayley

Hailey Riley Brody Tyler Ashley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Kayley more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kayley at #3235 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Kayley mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Kayley means "slim, slender one" (Irish 'caol' origin).

Are Charlotte and Kayley boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Kayley is primarily a girl name.

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