Charlotte vs Lester

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lester

Boy #1,578 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Roman fort on the River Leir"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,578
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Les

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Lester Rank #1,578

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1578 for Lester.

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

Lester ___

  • Lester Wayne
  • Lester Dale
  • Lester James
  • Lester Ray
  • Lester Glenn
  • Lester Harold

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Lester

Chester Clifford Mildred Harold Edna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Lester more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lester at #1578 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Lester mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Lester boy or girl names?

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

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