Charlotte vs Orion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ori, Rion

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Orion Rank #326

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #326 for Orion.

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

Orion ___

  • Orion James
  • Orion Alexander
  • Orion Cole
  • Orion Blake
  • Orion Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Orion

Atlas Perseus Cassian Lyra Aurora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Orion more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Orion mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin).

Are Charlotte and Orion boy or girl names?

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

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