Charlotte vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Rory Rank #226

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #226 for Rory.

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

Rory ___

  • Rory James
  • Rory Patrick
  • Rory Thomas
  • Rory Owen
  • Rory Finn
  • Rory Declan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Rory

Finn Declan Maeve Siobhan Kieran

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Rory more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Rory mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Charlotte and Rory boy or girl names?

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

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