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Charlotte

Free woman; petite · pronounced SHAR-lot

Meaning

Charlotte is a french name meaning “Free woman; petite”.

History

The French feminine of Charles, carried by queens of England and Prussia and by novelist Charlotte Bronte. Royal baby Charlotte helped make it a top-ten choice on both sides of the Atlantic.

Popularity

Ranked #6 in 2026 · up 174 places since 1996

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