Charlotte vs Shawn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shawn

Boy #639 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#639
Total SSA Count
438
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sha, Shy, Shie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Shawn Rank #639

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #639 for Shawn.

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

Shawn ___

  • Shawn Michael
  • Shawn Patrick
  • Shawn Lee
  • Shawn Allen
  • Shawn James
  • Shawn Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Shawn

Ryan Kayla Brandon Ashley Kyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Shawn more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Shawn at #639 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Shawn mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Shawn means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean) origin).

Are Charlotte and Shawn boy or girl names?

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

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