Charlotte vs Leona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charlotte

Girl #4 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

French English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,552
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Charlie, Lotte, Char

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Leona Rank #488

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #488 for Leona.

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

Leona ___

  • Leona Grace
  • Leona Mae
  • Leona Rose
  • Leona Claire
  • Leona Jean
  • Leona Ruth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Leona

Felix Hugo Cecily Arthur Rosalie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Leona more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leona at #488 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Leona mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Leona means "lioness" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Leona boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Leona is primarily a girl name.

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