Charles
Baby name — meaning, origin & popularity
Boys
Starts with the letter C
2 syllables
7 letters
About the name Charles
Charles is a beautiful baby name. Below you'll find its likely gender, origin patterns, syllable structure and a curated list of similar names — everything you need to decide if Charles is the right fit for your baby.
Quick stats
- Typically used for
- Boys
- Popularity
- Moderately common
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Charles mean?
Meanings vary by culture and history. Charles is most commonly associated with positive qualities — explore our app with your partner to dive deeper.
Is Charles a popular baby name?
Popularity changes by year and country. Use our directory to compare Charles with thousands of other names.
What names are similar to Charles?
Look at our 'Similar names' section above for ideas that share the same starting letter or feel.