Charlotte vs Lakai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lakai

Boy #3,289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun and sea (Hawaiian compound)"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,289
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kai, Lak

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Lakai Rank #3,289

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3289 for Lakai.

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

Lakai ___

  • Lakai Kai
  • Lakai James
  • Lakai Cole
  • Lakai Reef
  • Lakai Blue
  • Lakai Ocean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Lakai

Kalani Maia Keanu Nalani Hanalei

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Lakai more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lakai at #3289 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Lakai mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Lakai means "sun and sea (Hawaiian compound)" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Charlotte and Lakai boy or girl names?

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

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