Charlotte vs Leo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Leo Rank #24

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #24 for Leo.

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

Leo ___

  • Leo James
  • Leo Thomas
  • Leo Alexander
  • Leo Cole
  • Leo Grey
  • Leo Xavier

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Leo

Luna Isla Mia Oscar Violet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Leo more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leo at #24 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Leo mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Leo boy or girl names?

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

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