Charlotte vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
King Rank #343

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #343 for King.

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

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or King more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and King mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and King boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. King is primarily a boy name.

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