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Charles

β€œFree man” β€” German

BoyGerman2 syllablesCurrent rank #51 (2024)

About Charles

Charles is a distinguished German boy's name that proudly signifies a "free man." Resounding with royal history and quiet dignity, this incredibly versatile classic feels at home in any era.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginGerman
PronunciationCHARLZ
Syllables2

Nicknames for Charles

CharCharieCharyChaLes

Popularity in the U.S.

Charles ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,593 births..

Current #515Y -12%Peak 2015
5K5.5K6K6.5K7K151617181920212223242015: 7,196 births2016: 7,119 births2017: 7,176 births2018: 6,646 births2019: 6,368 births2020: 6,186 births2021: 6,003 births2022: 5,934 births2023: 5,415 births2024: 5,593 births

Charles had 5,593 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Charles James
  • Charles Alexander
  • Charles Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Charles mean?

Charles is commonly linked to the meaning Free man and is associated with German roots.

Is Charles a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Charles ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,593 births..

How is Charles pronounced?

A common pronunciation is CHARLZ.

What are common nicknames for Charles?

Popular nicknames include Char, Charie, Chary, Cha, Les.