Charlotte vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Rush Rank #1,496

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1496 for Rush.

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

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Rush more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Rush mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Rush boy or girl names?

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

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