Holding steady.
Popularity of Charl since 1914
Babies named Charl per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1950, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Charl's real moment was 1936.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 | 0 |
| 1930s | 6 | 8 |
| 1940s | 11 | 10 |
| 1950s | 30 | 13 |
| 1960s | 15 | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charl is a rare and brief name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1936, with peak usage also in 1936. It has never ranked in the top 1000, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, with only occasional use in the decades since. As a variant of Charles, Charl shares the classic feel of its longer counterpart but remains distinctive. Its simplicity and connection to the familiar nickname Charlie may appeal to parents seeking a short, traditional-sounding name that stands out.
Charl is a rare given name, likely a short form or variant of Charles. Charles derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man'. Charl has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century, though it never achieved widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie
Variants: Charle
Sibling names for Charl
Names that share Charl's style, for a brother or sister.
