Charlotte vs Shannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charlotte

Girl #4 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

French English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,552
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Charlie, Lotte, Char

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Shannon Rank #1,866

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1866 for Shannon.

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

Shannon ___

  • Shannon Rose
  • Shannon Marie
  • Shannon Grace
  • Shannon Lynn
  • Shannon Claire
  • Shannon Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Shannon

Bridget Colleen Fiona Declan Liam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Shannon more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Shannon at #1866 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Shannon mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Shannon means "wise river, old river" (Irish origin).

Are Charlotte and Shannon boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Shannon is primarily a girl name.

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