A 1920s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Charline since 1894
Babies named Charline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 15 |
| 1900s | 95 |
| 1910s | 578 |
| 1920s | 1,276 |
| 1930s | 1,075 |
| 1940s | 919 |
| 1950s | 673 |
| 1960s | 496 |
| 1970s | 365 |
| 1980s | 293 |
| 1990s | 207 |
| 2000s | 117 |
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Charline is a feminine given name that functions as a diminutive of Charlotte, ultimately from Charles, meaning 'free man'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1894 and saw its peak usage in 1928, a time when French-derived names enjoyed widespread favor. After decades of decline, Charline has been experiencing a revival, rising in popularity since 2022. In 2025, it ranked 13,208, with approximately 1 in every 267,878 newborns given the name. While never among the top ranks, Charline maintains a quiet charm for parents seeking a vintage yet uncommon choice.
Charline is a feminine given name, a diminutive of Charlotte, itself derived from Charles. Charles comes from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man'. The name Charline emerged in France and Germany in the 19th century, often used as a variant of Charlotte, and gained some popularity in English-speaking countries.
Where Charline is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Charline” around the world
Where Charline lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
220
babies in 2024
Quebec
11
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Lina, Char
Sibling names for Charline
Names that share Charline's style, for a brother or sister.
