Meaning

Its source is ceorl, an Ancient Germanic name meaning "Freeholder."

Meaning

Manly.

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in English and French.

Background story

The first Holy Roman Emperor, who lived from 742-814, is known to English-speaking students of history as Charlemagne (French for ''Charles the Great.'')

Charlemagne was a powerful Germanic leader who synthesized a relatively ordered society out of the chaos that followed the fall of Rome. He not only united France, but much of central Europe. His widespread fame gave rise to many forms of his name, in many languages.

For example, in Latin he was referred to as Carolus Magnus, and in German as Karl der Grosse. Many of these forms remain popular names in their own right, or have formed the basis for other modern names.

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Statistics for the name Charles (male)

• In USA in 2006, the boy name Charles was ranked as number 60 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2005, the boy name Charles was ranked as number 56 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2004, the boy name Charles was ranked as number 56 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2003, the boy name Charles was ranked as number 57 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2002, the boy name Charles was ranked as number 58 on the most popular name for newborn babies