Charlie
Charlie is of English origin, derived from Charles, meaning 'free man' or 'manly.' It evolved from the Germanic name Karl and has been a beloved standalone name and nickname for generations.
Current Popularity
#176 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Works well as both a formal name and nickname
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across cultures
- •Has a friendly, approachable quality that ages well
- •Gender-neutral appeal but traditionally masculine
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Famous People
Charlie Chaplin
Legendary silent film actor and comedian
Charlie Sheen
Actor known for Two and a Half Men
Charlie Puth
Singer-songwriter and music producer
Charlie Day
Actor and comedian from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Statistics
181,806
Total births since 1880
1919
Peak year
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