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The name Charles is of German, French origin and means "free man". The name derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "freeman". The royal name began as Charlemagne before being shortened to
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Famous people with this first nameFamous people who gave their babies this namePopularityAccording to Social Security Administration data, Charles has been consistently popular, remaining in the top 65 since 2000. It enjoyed a brief stint in the top 50 in 2017 and again in 2020. However, it is the 38th most popular name on FamilyEducation.com. According to Google search data analysis, in the last five years Charles was at its peak popularity in May 2019. Charles began as a royal name, starting with Charlemagne, King of the Franks and Lombards and Roman Empires in the 8th and 9th centuries. Although not as popular as it once was, Charles is still a traditional favorite. The name conjures images of Charles Dickens, Charlie Chaplin, and Charles Bronson to name a few. It is also the name of the Prince of Wales and kings in France, Spain, England, Portugal and Hungary. Charles has been chosen by Jodie Foster and Russell Crowe for their sons, as well. Where is it Popular?Charles was searched for most often in the following states: Nicknames for Charles
Pairs well with these middle namesWhat Does Charles Mean?If you're looking for a traditional, masculine name that seems to never go out of style, consider using the name Charles. The name Charles is derived from the Old English word “ceorl,” meaning “free man.” The word “ceorl” was used to distinguish a free person from a bondsman or slave (“thew”) and a noble person (“eorl”).
Although baby names are often separated by gender, Verywell Family believes that sex need not play any role in your name selection process. It’s important to select the name that you feel is best suited for your new baby. How Popular Is the Name Charles?Charles has been a popular name for boys in the U.S. for over a century. It was in the top 10 boy names from the late 1800s until the mid 1950s, dropping to No. 11 in 1955. The name dipped in popularity in the second half of the twentieth century, but even at its lowest point (No. 63 in 2010) it was still one of the top 100 boy names in America. It has rebounded somewhat in the past decade, rejoining the top 50. The latest statistics show that Charles is ranked as the No. 46 names for boys in the U.S. Although the name Charles is typically used as a masculine name, it can certainly be used however you see fit as sex doesn't have to be a part of your name selection process. Name VariationsHere are just a few of the most common forms of the name Charles: Masculine Forms:
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Famous People Named CharlesThe name Charles has long been associated with royalty, going back as far as Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor, whose name means “Charles the Great.” There have been two kings of England named Charles—Charles I and Charles II—and the current heir to the British throne is Charles, Prince of Wales. Kings named Charles have also reigned over Austria, Romania, Sardinia, Spain, and Sweden. Other notable figures named Charles:
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Wendy Wisner Thanks for your feedback! What does Charles mean in Greek?"Charles" in Greek
n.} EL. volume_up Κάρολος ο φαλακρός
Is Charles French or Italian?From Old French Charles, Carles, from Latin Carolus, from Germanic.
Is Charles a common name in France?In France the personal name was popular from an early date, due to the fame of the Emperor Charlemagne (? 742–814; Latin name Carolus Magnus, i.e. Charles the Great). The Old French form Charles was briefly introduced to England by the Normans, but was rare during the main period of surname formation.
What is the Latin name for Charles?From Latin Carolus, Latinized form of the personal name Charles.
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