Charlotte vs Lola

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lola

Girl #272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows"

Origin: Spanish, from Dolores

Cultural Roots

Spanish English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Lola Rank #272

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #272 for Lola.

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

Lola ___

  • Lola Rose
  • Lola Grace
  • Lola Mae
  • Lola Jean
  • Lola Belle
  • Lola Darlene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Lola

Stella Iris Cleo Nico Otis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Lola more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lola at #272 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Lola mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Lola means "sorrows" (Spanish, from Dolores origin).

Are Charlotte and Lola boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Lola is primarily a girl name.

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