Holding steady.
Popularity of Chrles since 1954
Babies named Chrles per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1982, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Chrles's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 42 |
| 1960s | 55 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chrles is a rare spelling variant of the classic name Charles. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1954, with its peak usage occurring in 1973. Since then, the name has remained extremely uncommon, with a stable trajectory and no recorded usage in recent decades. The name is an unusual offshoot of Charles, which has been a staple in English-speaking countries for centuries, borne by kings and commoners alike. While Chrles itself has never achieved widespread popularity, its connection to the enduring Charles gives it a sense of tradition and familiarity.
Chrles is a rare spelling variant of Charles, derived from the Germanic element *karilaz* meaning 'free man'. The name Charles was introduced to England by the Normans and has been borne by numerous European royals. The variant 'Chrles' likely arose from a phonetic spelling or typographical variation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Chuck, Chaz
Sibling names for Chrles
Names that share Chrles's style, for a brother or sister.
