Charlotte vs Serena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Serena

Girl #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"tranquil, serene, clear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
938
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Seri, Rena, Ser

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Serena Rank #332

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #332 for Serena.

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

Serena ___

  • Serena Rose
  • Serena Grace
  • Serena Joy
  • Serena Marie
  • Serena Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Serena

Venus Valentina Sebastian Julian Elena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Serena more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Serena at #332 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Serena mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Serena means "tranquil, serene, clear" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Serena boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Serena is primarily a girl name.

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