| Meaning | free woman |
| Origin | French |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Char-lene |
About Charlene
This name exudes vintage charm reimagined for contemporary times. Charlene carries a sense of established elegance that newer names simply cannot replicate. It suggests refinement, intelligence, and quiet strength—qualities that transcend fleeting trends. The name has a substantial feel that lends itself well to professional environments, while the nickname potential (Charlie, Charley) keeps it approachable and fun. Charlene suits parents who appreciate traditional naming conventions but want something less common than current top-ten choices. The name projects maturity and sophistication, ideal for families who envision their daughter as someone who will command respect while maintaining warmth and accessibility in all her endeavors.
Nicknames for Charlene
| Char |
| Charlie |
| Lene |
| Charley |
| Lenie |
Famous People Named Charlene
| Charlene Tilton | American actress known for her role on the TV show "Dallas" |
| Charlene Choi | Hong Kong singer and actress |
| Charlene Amoia | American actress |
| Charlene Holt | American actress and model |
| Charlene Soraia | English singer-songwriter |
| Charlene Smith | South African journalist and author |
| Charlene, Duchess of Valentinois | 1927-1977 - Mother of Prince Albert II of Monaco |
| Charlene Wittstock | Former Olympic swimmer and wife of Prince Albert II of Monaco |
| Charlene Gonzales | Filipino actress and beauty queen |
| Charlene Strong | American LGBT rights activist |
| Charlene Gail de Carvalho-Heineken | Heineken brewing company heiress |
| Charlene Riva Federer | Daughter of tennis player Roger Federer |
| Charlene Barshefsky | Former U.S. Trade Representative |
| Charlene Butterbean | American female boxer |
| Charlene Marshall | Wife of late businessman and philanthropist Brooke Astor |
| Charlene Li | American author and analyst in the field of technology and business |
| Charlene McKenna | Irish actress known for her role in "Ripper Street" |
Characters Named Charlene
| Charlene Sinclair | A character from the TV show "Dinosaurs" |
| Charlene Frazier-Stillfield | A character from the TV show "Designing Women" |
| Charlene "Charlie" Andrews | A character from the TV show "Heroes" |
| Charlene "Charley" Bordelon | A character from the novel and TV show "Queen Sugar" |
| Charlene Bates | A character from the TV show "The Fosters" |
| Charlene Dixon | A character from the movie "Riding in Cars with Boys" |
| Charlene Olivier | A character from the movie "Bonnie and Clyde" |
| Charlene Masters | A character from the TV show "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" |
| Charlene Robinson | A character from the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" |
| Charlene Doofenshmirtz | A character from the TV show "Phineas and Ferb" |
| Charlene Chase | A character from the movie "Monster House" |
| Charlene Duprey | A character from the TV show "Snowfall" |
| Charlene Andrews | A character from the TV show "The Office" |
| Charlene Tate | A character from the movie "Boomerang" |
| Charlene Dupree | A character from the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Charlene Crane | A character from the movie "The Sweetest Thing" |
| Charlene Bailey | A character from the TV show "The Good Wife" |
| Charlene "Charlie" McGee | A character from the movie "Firestarter" |
| Charlene "Charlie" Bradbury | A character from the TV show "Supernatural" |
| Charlene McGowan | A character from the movie "The Accused" |