"free woman, petite"
Origin: Germanic via French
Language: English
Sharlotte
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"feminine form of Charles (free man)"
Origin: Germanic
Language: French
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The Story of Sharlotte
Sharlotte is a phonetic respelling of Charlotte, the French feminine diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic 'Karl' meaning 'free man' or 'petite.' Charlotte has been a royal name across Europe — Queen Charlotte of Great Britain, Charlotte of Wales — and the Sh- spelling gives this classic name a slightly more informal, modern appearance while retaining the same pronunciation and heritage.
Charlotte has been surging in popularity globally, reaching the top 5 in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada, partly boosted by Princess Charlotte of Wales (born 2015). The Sharlotte spelling is rarer, attracting parents who love the sound and heritage of Charlotte but want a slightly more distinctive written form.
Charlotte Brontë wrote Jane Eyre in 1847, cementing the name's literary prestige. Charlotte of Wales (Queen consort to King George III) was the first Queen of Great Britain to be called Charlotte. The name carries enormous royal and literary weight.
Historical Record
Sharlotte first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 877 babies have been named Sharlotte in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sharlotte is past its peak , currently ranked #4,123 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Charlotte has been a top-5 girls' name in multiple English-speaking countries simultaneously — rare in modern naming
- Charlotte Brontë published Jane Eyre under the pseudonym Currer Bell, believing female authors would not be taken seriously
Sharlotte in Other Languages
French
Charlotte
German
Charlotta
Italian
Carlotta
Spanish
Carlota
Swedish
Charlotta
Popularity Over Time
#4,123
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1957
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Sharlotte
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Princess Charlotte of Wales
Royalty
2015
Daughter of King Charles III's heir Prince William and Princess Catherine
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Charlotte Brontë
Writer
1816
English novelist who wrote Jane Eyre (1847), one of the most beloved novels in the English language
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Charlotte (Charlotte's Web) Fictional
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The wise and selfless spider protagonist of E.B. White's beloved 1952 children's novel
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,123
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Shar
Sharly
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Charlie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sharlotte
What does the name Sharlotte mean?
"free woman, petite" (from Germanic via French). "feminine form of Charles (free man)" (from Germanic). Sharlotte is a phonetic respelling of Charlotte, the French feminine diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic 'Karl' meaning 'free man' or 'petite.' Charlotte has been a royal name across Europe — Queen Charlotte of Great Britain, Charlotte of Wales — and the Sh- spelling gives this classic name a slightly more informal, modern appearance while retaining the same pronunciation and heritage.
What is the origin of the name Sharlotte?
Sharlotte has Germanic via French, Germanic, English, American, and French origins. In Germanic via French, it means "free woman, petite". In Germanic, it means "feminine form of Charles (free man)".
Is Sharlotte a boy or girl name?
Sharlotte is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Sharlotte?
Sharlotte is currently ranked #4123 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sharlotte?
Common nicknames for Sharlotte include Shar, Sharly, Lottie, and Charlie.
What are good middle names for Sharlotte?
Popular middle name pairings include Sharlotte Rose, Sharlotte Grace, Sharlotte Marie, Sharlotte Ann, Sharlotte Jane, and Sharlotte Louise.
What are good sibling names for Sharlotte?
Names that pair well with Sharlotte as siblings include Theodore, Oliver, Eleanor, Beatrice, Henry, and Vivienne.
How many syllables does Sharlotte have?
Sharlotte has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sharlotte a common or rare name?
Sharlotte is an uncommon name, ranked #4123 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Sharlotte?
Are there other spellings for Sharlotte?
Related spellings include Sharon.
About the Name Sharlotte
Sharlotte is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "free woman, petite" in Germanic via French .
Sharlotte is currently ranked #4,123 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sharlotte has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sharlotte include Shar, Sharly, Lottie, and Charlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sharlotte include Sharon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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