Charmian Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAR-mee-uhn / /ˈʃɑːr.mi.ən/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: 'delight'; English: 'charming'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Charmian has Greek origins, derived from the word 'charma', meaning delight or joy. It was popularized in English literature through William Shakespeare's play 'Antony and Cleopatra', where Charmian is a character. The name has been used sporadically in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. Its unique sound and meaning contribute to its appeal as a feminine name.
Trend Summary
Charmian has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Charmion
International Variants
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Famous people named Charmian
Charmian Clift was an Australian author known for her novels and essays that explore life in the Greek islands.
Charmian Carr was an American actress best known for her role as Liesl in the film 'The Sound of Music'.
Fictional characters named Charmian
Charmian is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'Antony and Cleopatra', serving as a lady-in-waiting to Cleopatra.
Charmian is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing the complexities of colonial relationships.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Charmian was first seen in the United States in 1914. Charmian has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Charmian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Charmian (1970)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1986 | 8 |