Charlotte vs Leslie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leslie

Girl #604 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grey fortress, grey enclosure"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#604
Total SSA Count
495
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Les, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Leslie Rank #604

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #604 for Leslie.

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

Leslie ___

  • Leslie Ann
  • Leslie Marie
  • Leslie Jane
  • Leslie Grace
  • Leslie Claire
  • Leslie Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Leslie

Valerie Brenda Shirley Gary Douglas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Leslie more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leslie at #604 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Leslie mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Leslie means "grey fortress, grey enclosure" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Charlotte and Leslie boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Leslie is primarily a girl name.

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