Charlotte vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ray

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Raylan Rank #717

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #717 for Raylan.

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

Raylan ___

  • Raylan James
  • Raylan Cole
  • Raylan Scott
  • Raylan Dale
  • Raylan Wayne
  • Raylan Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Raylan

Waylon Wyatt Sawyer Ember Lena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Raylan more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Raylan mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Charlotte and Raylan boy or girl names?

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

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