Charlotte vs Lilian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Lilian Rank #558

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #558 for Lilian.

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

Lilian ___

  • Lilian Rose
  • Lilian Grace
  • Lilian Mae
  • Lilian Claire
  • Lilian Jane
  • Lilian Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Lilian

Violet Cecelia Arthur Theodore Beatrice

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Lilian more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lilian at #558 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Lilian mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Lilian means "lily flower" (Latin lilium origin).

Are Charlotte and Lilian boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Lilian is primarily a girl name.

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