Charlotte vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laur, Laurie, Laurel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Laura Rank #358

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #358 for Laura.

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

Laura ___

  • Laura Anne
  • Laura Jane
  • Laura Elizabeth
  • Laura Marie
  • Laura Grace
  • Laura Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Laura

Claire Megan Michael David Susan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Laura more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Laura at #358 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Laura mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Charlotte and Laura boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.

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