Name Profile
Charles
“Free man” — 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
Syllables2
Nicknames for Charles
CharCharieCharyChaLes
Popularity in the U.S.
Charles ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,593 births..
Charles popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Charles had 5,593 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 7,196 | #50 |
| 2016 | 7,119 | #51 |
| 2017 | 7,176 | #48 |
| 2018 | 6,646 | #52 |
| 2019 | 6,368 | #52 |
| 2020 | 6,186 | #46 |
| 2021 | 6,003 | #50 |
| 2022 | 5,934 | #50 |
| 2023 | 5,415 | #54 |
| 2024 | 5,593 | #51 |
Middle Name Ideas
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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.?
Charles ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 5,593 births..
What are common nicknames for Charles?
Popular nicknames include Char, Charie, Chary, Cha, Les.