Charli Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAR-lee / /ˈtʃɑrli/English; French
Meaning
free man (English); strong (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Charli is derived from the English name Charles, which has roots in the Germanic word 'karl,' meaning 'free man.' In French, Charli can be associated with the name Charles as well, which has been borne by numerous kings and historical figures. The name has been popularized in modern culture through various celebrities and media. Its use as a diminutive form reflects a trend towards more casual and approachable names.
Trend Summary
Charli has seen a rise in usage as a modern, gender-neutral name.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Charlie
- Charley
- Charlee
International Variants
- Carlo (Italian)
- Carlos (Spanish)
- Charles (French)
- Karol (Polish)
Famous people named Charli
Charli XCX — singer-songwriter.
Charli D'Amelio — social media personality.
Charli McKinney — author.
Charli Howard — model.
Fictional characters named Charli
Charli — 'The Amazing World of Gumball'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Charli was first seen in the United States in 1994. Charli has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Charli has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Charli
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |