Holding steady.
Popularity of Charlina since 1961
Babies named Charlina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 29 |
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charlina is a mid-20th century American invention, blending the root Charles with the trendy suffix -lina. First recorded in 1961, the name saw its peak use in 1972, fitting the era's preference for elaborate feminized forms. Despite never cracking the top 1000, it has maintained a steady, quiet presence in birth records. The name's trajectory is stable, suggesting a niche but lasting appeal. Its modern, constructed nature means it carries no deep etymological roots, yet it offers a recognizable yet uncommon choice for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and distinctive.
Charlina is a modern coinage blending the name Charles or its feminine forms Charlotte/Charlene with the fashionable suffix -lina. The element Charles derives from Germanic *karlaz meaning 'free man'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1961 and saw modest use, peaking in 1972.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Lina
Sibling names for Charlina
Names that share Charlina's style, for a brother or sister.
