Charlotte vs Tatum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#195
Total SSA Count
1,833
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Tatum Rank #195

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #195 for Tatum.

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

Tatum ___

  • Tatum James
  • Tatum Michael
  • Tatum Alexander
  • Tatum Lee
  • Tatum Blake
  • Tatum River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Tatum

Hudson Easton Colton Avery Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Tatum more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Tatum mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Tatum boy or girl names?

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

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