Charlie
What does Charlie mean and where does it come from?
While Charlie has traditionally been a masculine name, its use for females has become increasingly popular in recent decades, especially in English-speaking countries. It conveys a sense of friendliness and approachability. Notable people with the name include actress Charlie Brooks and musician Cha
How else can you spell Charlie?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Charlie?
Charlie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Charlie right now?
Rising — up 31 spots — currently #145 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Charlie
Charlie has been a beloved American name for over 143 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1881. More than 202,616 babies have been named Charlie since 1881. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #767 in 1885 to #125 in 2023. Charlie is used for both genders: 14% female and 86% male.
Names that peaked alongside Charlie in 2020:
Charlie by decade
Charlie peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 7,174 | |
| 1890s | 7,445 | |
| 1900s | 8,275 | |
| 1910s | 20,972 | |
| 1920s | 27,007 | |
| 1930s | 20,644 | |
| 1940s | 19,468 | |
| 1950s | 16,052 | |
| 1960s | 10,388 | |
| 1970s | 6,748 | |
| 1980s | 6,269 | |
| 1990s | 6,123 | |
| 2000s | 11,070 | |
| 2010s ★ | 30,909 | |
| 2020s | 12,899 |
What are good nicknames for Charlie?
What names sound and feel like Charlie?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Charlie also consider these