gender neutral
Charlotte
free woman, feminine form of Charles
About Charlotte
Regal and refined, this name carries centuries of royal association and sophisticated elegance into modern contexts. Charlotte balances tradition with contemporary appeal, feeling simultaneously classic and current. The name's substantial length and formal structure command attention and respect in professional settings, while softening into endearing nicknames—Charlie, Lottie, Char—for intimate moments. There's an inherent intelligence suggested by its literary and historical associations, evoking accomplished women across various fields. The familiar yet dignified nature ensures comfortable reception across generations, pleasing both traditional grandparents and modern friends. Charlotte possesses international recognition, pronounced easily across numerous languages and cultures, facilitating global connections. The strong consonants and flowing vowels create a pleasing auditory experience, making it lovely to speak and hear repeatedly. This name has maintained consistent popularity without becoming overdone, striking that desirable balance between known and special. The multiple syllables provide weight and presence, ensuring the bearer feels substantial and important when her name is called. Charlotte represents a safe yet beautiful choice, offering timelessness without sacrificing personality or distinction.
Popularity of the Name Charlotte
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #91 | ||||
| 1881 | #95 | ||||
| 1882 | #100 | ||||
| 1883 | #92 | ||||
| 1884 | #86 | ||||
| 1885 | #94 | ||||
| 1886 | #94 | ||||
| 1887 | #91 | ||||
| 1888 | #88 | ||||
| 1889 | #89 | ||||
| 1890 | #99 | ||||
| 1891 | #101 | ||||
| 1892 | #98 | ||||
| 1893 | #100 | ||||
| 1894 | #100 | ||||
| 1895 | #106 | ||||
| 1896 | #103 | ||||
| 1897 | #104 | ||||
| 1898 | #105 | ||||
| 1899 | #104 | ||||
| 1900 | #110 | #79 | |||
| 1901 | #105 | #66 | |||
| 1902 | #114 | #82 | |||
| 1903 | #115 | #95 | |||
| 1904 | #110 | #80 | |||
| 1905 | #104 | #94 | |||
| 1906 | #103 | #86 | |||
| 1907 | #105 | #98 | |||
| 1908 | #98 | #104 | |||
| 1909 | #94 | #107 | |||
| 1910 | #99 | #118 | |||
| 1911 | #95 | #100 | |||
| 1912 | #91 | #106 | |||
| 1913 | #87 | #102 | |||
| 1914 | #88 | #101 | |||
| 1915 | #81 | #102 | |||
| 1916 | #80 | #125 | |||
| 1917 | #76 | #123 | |||
| 1918 | #78 | #138 | |||
| 1919 | #79 | #132 | |||
| 1920 | #79 | #191 | |||
| 1921 | #79 | #120 | |||
| 1922 | #76 | #197 | |||
| 1923 | #77 | ||||
| 1924 | #80 | ||||
| 1925 | #77 | #188 | |||
| 1926 | #78 | #173 | |||
| 1927 | #75 | #141 | |||
| 1928 | #72 | ||||
| 1929 | #73 | ||||
| 1930 | #75 | #179 | |||
| 1931 | #75 | #170 | |||
| 1932 | #74 | #174 | |||
| 1933 | #79 | #188 | |||
| 1934 | #72 | ||||
| 1935 | #65 | ||||
| 1936 | #61 | ||||
| 1937 | #67 | ||||
| 1938 | #70 | #203 | |||
| 1939 | #66 | ||||
| 1940 | #55 | ||||
| 1941 | #55 | ||||
| 1942 | #51 | #230 | |||
| 1943 | #47 | #212 | |||
| 1944 | #50 | ||||
| 1945 | #55 | ||||
| 1946 | #64 | #271 | |||
| 1947 | #68 | #268 | |||
| 1948 | #69 | #194 | |||
| 1949 | #71 | #210 | |||
| 1950 | #80 | #265 | |||
| 1951 | #84 | #236 | |||
| 1952 | #89 | #212 | |||
| 1953 | #100 | #183 | |||
| 1954 | #113 | #182 | |||
| 1955 | #129 | #217 | |||
| 1956 | #133 | #240 | |||
| 1957 | #133 | #251 | |||
| 1958 | #140 | #298 | |||
| 1959 | #144 | #171 | |||
| 1960 | #151 | #207 | |||
| 1961 | #147 | #235 | |||
| 1962 | #154 | #203 | |||
| 1963 | #153 | #238 | |||
| 1964 | #158 | #217 | #174 | ||
| 1965 | #153 | #226 | #172 | ||
| 1966 | #151 | #265 | #203 | ||
| 1967 | #164 | #197 | #187 | ||
| 1968 | #163 | #206 | #185 | ||
| 1969 | #160 | #166 | #193 | ||
| 1970 | #166 | #179 | #190 | ||
| 1971 | #176 | #140 | #186 | ||
| 1972 | #187 | #100 | #194 | ||
| 1973 | #194 | #116 | #193 | ||
| 1974 | #204 | #89 | #199 | ||
| 1975 | #224 | #84 | #200 | ||
| 1976 | #245 | #71 | #179 | ||
| 1977 | #265 | #50 | #195 | ||
| 1978 | #278 | #53 | #157 | ||
| 1979 | #285 | #51 | #161 | ||
| 1980 | #292 | #53 | #186 | ||
| 1981 | #290 | #57 | #191 | ||
| 1982 | #308 | #47 | #170 | ||
| 1983 | #283 | #41 | #250 | ||
| 1984 | #304 | #59 | #213 | ||
| 1985 | #264 | #44 | #173 | ||
| 1986 | #286 | #30 | #173 | ||
| 1987 | #292 | #36 | #152 | ||
| 1988 | #288 | #40 | #166 | ||
| 1989 | #292 | #25 | #141 | ||
| 1990 | #287 | #30 | #128 | ||
| 1991 | #287 | #26 | #125 | #147 | |
| 1992 | #286 | #19 | #119 | #143 | |
| 1993 | #293 | #28 | #136 | #143 | |
| 1994 | #291 | #25 | #132 | #122 | |
| 1995 | #274 | #31 | #133 | #124 | |
| 1996 | #302 | #24 | #119 | #110 | |
| 1997 | #301 | #9 | #26 | #109 | #93 |
| 1998 | #304 | #9 | #23 | #128 | #104 |
| 1999 | #307 | #8 | #19 | #112 | #96 |
| 2000 | #289 | #8 | #16 | #96 | #83 |
| 2001 | #229 | #8 | #16 | #88 | #63 |
| 2002 | #204 | #8 | #11 | #91 | #61 |
| 2003 | #182 | #11 | #9 | #72 | #50 |
| 2004 | #170 | #9 | #2 | #76 | #51 |
| 2005 | #135 | #10 | #3 | #67 | #40 |
| 2006 | #125 | #13 | #2 | #70 | #30 |
| 2007 | #101 | #13 | #5 | #83 | #22 |
| 2008 | #86 | #14 | #5 | #68 | #18 |
| 2009 | #68 | #15 | #7 | #72 | #16 |
| 2010 | #46 | #21 | #4 | #69 | #13 |
| 2011 | #27 | #21 | #5 | #63 | #8 |
| 2012 | #19 | #20 | #4 | #63 | #7 |
| 2013 | #11 | #20 | #1 | #47 | #6 |
| 2014 | #10 | #21 | #1 | #62 | #5 |
| 2015 | #9 | #21 | #2 | #58 | #3 |
| 2016 | #7 | #11 | #2 | #43 | #3 |
| 2017 | #7 | #9 | #1 | #42 | #3 |
| 2018 | #6 | #10 | #1 | #39 | #3 |
| 2019 | #6 | #13 | #2 | #45 | #2 |
| 2020 | #5 | #18 | #2 | #50 | #3 |
| 2021 | #3 | #21 | #1 | #48 | #3 |
| 2022 | #3 | #21 | #3 | #55 | #3 |
| 2023 | #3 | #21 | #1 | #61 | #3 |
| 2024 | #4 | #18 | #3 | #63 | #2 |
| 2025 | #2 | #21 | #2 | #44 | #1 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Charlotte
Names Similar to Charlotte
Nicknames for Charlotte
- Charlie
- Lottie
- Char
- Lotte
- Charly
Famous People Named Charlotte
| Charlotte Brontë | English author of "Jane Eyre" |
| Charlotte Perkins Gilman | American writer and feminist |
| Charlotte Gainsbourg | French-British actress and singer |
| Charlotte Rampling | English actress |
| Charlotte Casiraghi | Monaco's royal family member |
| Charlotte Flair | American professional wrestler |
| Charlotte Church | Welsh singer-songwriter and actress |
| Charlotte Dujardin | British equestrian and Olympic champion |
| Charlotte Crosby | British reality TV personality |
| Charlotte Le Bon | Canadian actress and model |
| Charlotte Ross | American actress |
| Charlotte Lawrence | American singer-songwriter |
| Charlotte Bobcats | Australian basketball player |
| Charlotte Edwards | English cricketer |
| Charlotte Hawkins | English TV presenter |
| Charlotte Riley | English actress |
| Charlotte Vega | Spanish-British actress |
| Charlotte Perrelli | Swedish singer and Eurovision winner |
| Charlotte Whitton | Canadian politician |
Characters Named Charlotte
| Charlotte York | "Sex and the City" |
| Charlotte Hale | "Westworld" |
| Charlotte Lucas | "Pride and Prejudice" |
| Charlotte DiLaurentis | "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Charlotte Pickles | "Rugrats" |
| Charlotte La Bouff | "The Princess and the Frog" |
| Charlotte Richards | "Lucifer" |
| Charlotte Heywood | "Sanditon" |
| Charlotte Adams | "Felicity" |
| Charlotte Gray | "Charlotte Gray" |
| Charlotte Cantilini | "The Wedding Planner" |
| Charlotte Buckingham | "The Nanny" |
| Charlotte Hinchcliffe | "Inbetweeners" |
| Charlotte Lewis | "Lost" |
| Charlotte Katakuri | "One Piece" |
| Charlotte Charles | "Dead Like Me" |
| Charlotte Figgis | "Archer" |
| Charlotte Phelan | "The Help" |