Charlotte vs Susan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Susan

Girl #1,137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,137
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suze

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Susan Rank #1,137

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1137 for Susan.

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

Susan ___

  • Susan Marie
  • Susan Elizabeth
  • Susan Claire
  • Susan Ann
  • Susan Louise
  • Susan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Susan

Barbara Linda Patricia Michael David

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Susan more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Susan at #1137 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Susan mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Susan means "lily" (Hebrew origin).

Are Charlotte and Susan boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Susan is primarily a girl name.

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