Charlotte vs Merle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merle

Boy #4,664 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blackbird"

Origin: Old French from Latin merula

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,664
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mer, Mey, Meie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Merle Rank #4,664

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4664 for Merle.

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

Merle ___

  • Merle Wayne
  • Merle Ray
  • Merle Dean
  • Merle Gene
  • Merle Lee
  • Merle Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Merle

Earl Glen Dale Vera Pearl

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Merle more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Merle at #4664 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Merle mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Merle means "blackbird" (Old French from Latin merula origin).

Are Charlotte and Merle boy or girl names?

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

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