Charlotte
Charlotte first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 13,400 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 13,400.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Charlotte popular?
Near its peak Charlotte is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 78,055 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 102,488 | |
| 2000s | 24,266 | |
| 1990s | 9,696 | |
| 1980s | 8,486 | |
| 1970s | 12,513 | |
| 1960s | 24,232 | |
| 1950s | 36,997 | |
| 1940s | 49,478 | |
| 1930s | 34,646 | |
| 1920s | 35,752 | |
| 1910s | 22,548 | |
| 1900s | 6,194 | |
| 1890s | 4,771 | |
| 1880s | 3,311 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Charlotte mean?
Charlotte is a French feminine diminutive of Charles, from the Germanic for “free man” — so “little free one.” Borne by queens and by the novelist Charlotte Brontë, it is a modern favourite.
Nicknames for Charlotte
- Lottie
- Charlie
- Char
Variants & spellings
- Carlota
- Charlotta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Charlotte mean?
Charlotte means Free. Charlotte is a French feminine diminutive of Charles, from the Germanic for “free man” — so “little free one.” Borne by queens and by the novelist Charlotte Brontë, it is a modern favourite.
What is the origin of the name Charlotte?
Charlotte is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Charlotte?
Charlotte is pronounced “SHAR-lut.”
Is Charlotte a boy or a girl name?
Charlotte is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Charlotte a popular name right now?
Charlotte is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Charlotte?
In 2025, Charlotte ranked #2 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Charlotte most popular?
Charlotte was most popular in 2025, when about 13,400 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Charlotte?
Common nicknames for Charlotte include Lottie, Charlie, Char.
What names are similar to Charlotte?
Names similar to Charlotte include Amelia, Eleanor, Isabella, Grace.
What names go well with Charlotte?
French names that pair well with Charlotte include Paul, Louise, Louis, Beau, Eloise.