Charlotte vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10
Total SSA Count
10,596
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Bill, Billy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
William Rank #10

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #10 for William.

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

William ___

  • William James
  • William Thomas
  • William Henry
  • William Alexander
  • William Edward
  • William Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose William

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or William more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to William at #10 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and William mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Charlotte and William boy or girl names?

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

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