About the name Charlie

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If you like the name Charlie, find out the meaning, origin, nicknames, variations and other information to help you decide if you want to use this first name for your baby.

Name meaning, variations & etymology

From the Old English word ceorl or churl, which meant “a man” or a male peasant (freeman)
A popular nickname for Charles
A nickname for Charlotte or Charlene, in which case the C may be pronounced like S
Famous for actor Charlie Chaplin, musicians Charlie Parker & Charlie Daniels, and the cartoon character Charlie Brown
The name of a perfume made by Revlon
May also be spelled Charley

origin/Nationality

English

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English baby boy names, Boy names, English baby girl names, Girl names, Names that start with C, Unisex names

baby Name length

7 letters (popular name length)

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