Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Charlsie since 1897
Babies named Charlsie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 55 |
| 1910s | 190 |
| 1920s | 347 |
| 1930s | 397 |
| 1940s | 275 |
| 1950s | 148 |
| 1960s | 70 |
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 191 |
| 1990s | 145 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Charlsie is a feminine form of Charles, first recorded in the United States in 1897. Its peak year was 1930, when it reached its highest rank. Since 1985, its usage has been falling, reflecting a broader decline in vintage -ie suffixed names. Although it has never returned to the top ranks, it retains a nostalgic charm for parents seeking an uncommon alternative to Charlie or Charlotte.
Charlsie is a feminine diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man.' The name Charles was introduced to England by the Normans and became common among royalty. Charlsie emerged in the late 19th century as a variant of Charlie or Charlene, following the fashion for -ie and -y endings for girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Char
Sibling names for Charlsie
Names that share Charlsie's style, for a brother or sister.
