Charles: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Free man, a name of kings, scholars, and quietly powerful men.
- Origin
- Germanic
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #67
- Peak
- #5 in 1947
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Charles Means
Charles is a boy name of Germanic origin. Free man, a name of kings, scholars, and quietly powerful men.
How Popular Charles Is
Charles currently ranks #67 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #5 in 1947. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Charles
- King Charles III ascended to the British throne in 2022.
- Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens are among the most influential Charleses.
- The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
Names Like Charles
Other Germanic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Charles
Germanic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Charles.
Questions About Charles
What does Charles mean?
Charles is a boy name of Germanic origin. Free man, a name of kings, scholars, and quietly powerful men.
How popular is Charles?
Charles currently ranks #67 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #5 in 1947. It has held steady.
Where does Charles come from?
Charles comes from Germanic roots. King Charles III ascended to the British throne in 2022.
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