Charlotte vs Kennedy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kennedy

Girl #89 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ugly head (from ceann donn)"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#89
Total SSA Count
2,881
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ken, Kenny, Kenna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Kennedy Rank #89

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #89 for Kennedy.

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

Kennedy ___

  • Kennedy Grace
  • Kennedy Rose
  • Kennedy Mae
  • Kennedy Claire
  • Kennedy Jane
  • Kennedy Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Kennedy

Reagan Quinn Avery Riley Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Kennedy more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kennedy at #89 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Kennedy mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Kennedy means "ugly head (from ceann donn)" (Irish origin).

Are Charlotte and Kennedy boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Kennedy is primarily a girl name.

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