Charlotte: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: SHAR-luht · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Charlotte: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Free woman»
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Popularity
95 out of 100
About the Name Charlotte
Charlotte is a girl's name with French roots, traditionally understood to mean "Free woman." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced SHAR-luht, Charlotte runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Familiar short forms include Charlie, Lottie, Char. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Charlette, Carlota.
Today Charlotte is a very popular choice, with a popularity score of 95 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as classic, royal. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Charlotte.
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FAQ
What does the name Charlotte mean?+
The name Charlotte means "Free woman".
What is the origin of the name Charlotte?+
Charlotte is a name of French origin.
Is Charlotte a girl or boy name?+
Charlotte is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Charlotte?+
Charlotte is pronounced SHAR-luht (2 syllables).
What are common nicknames for Charlotte?+
Popular short forms include Charlie, Lottie, Char.
Is Charlotte a popular name?+
Charlotte is a very popular choice, scoring 95 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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