Charla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAR-lah / /ˈʃɑːr.lə/English; Spanish
Meaning
Free man; strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Charla is often considered a feminine form of the name Charles, which has roots in Old German. The name Charles has been borne by numerous kings and historical figures, contributing to its popularity. Charla gained some recognition in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is also used in Spanish-speaking cultures, where it may be seen as a modern variant.
Trend Summary
Charla has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sharla
- Charley
International Variants
- Carla (Spanish)
- Charlotte (French)
Famous people named Charla
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Fictional characters named Charla
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Charla was first seen in the United States in 1917. Charla has ranked as high as #900 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Charla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Charla (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 27 |
| 1939 | 39 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 37 |
| 1942 | 61 |
| 1943 | 54 |
| 1944 | 120 |
| 1945 | 122 |
| 1946 | 96 |
| 1947 | 117 |
| 1948 | 100 |
| 1949 | 120 |
| 1950 | 124 |
| 1951 | 141 |
| 1952 | 129 |
| 1953 | 134 |
| 1954 | 145 |
| 1955 | 180 |
| 1956 | 190 |
| 1957 | 165 |
| 1958 | 150 |
| 1959 | 164 |
| 1960 | 159 |
| 1961 | 170 |
| 1962 | 191 |
| 1963 | 186 |
| 1964 | 177 |
| 1965 | 165 |
| 1966 | 202 |
| 1967 | 189 |
| 1968 | 211 |
| 1969 | 219 |
| 1970 | 210 |
| 1971 | 193 |
| 1972 | 168 |
| 1973 | 162 |
| 1974 | 156 |
| 1975 | 132 |
| 1976 | 191 |
| 1977 | 200 |
| 1978 | 143 |
| 1979 | 143 |
| 1980 | 153 |
| 1981 | 124 |
| 1982 | 116 |
| 1983 | 100 |
| 1984 | 107 |
| 1985 | 96 |
| 1986 | 101 |
| 1987 | 77 |
| 1988 | 71 |
| 1989 | 94 |
| 1990 | 74 |
| 1991 | 70 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 49 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |