Charles Klug

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charles Klug — free man
2.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charles Klug is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Charles is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty. The surname Klug: Johann Christoph Friedrich Klug (1775–1856), German entomologist Bernd Klug (1914–1975), German naval officer Al Klug (1920–1957), American football player Aaron Klug (1926–2018), Lithuanian-born chemist Brian Klug (fl. late 20th century), British academic Howard Klug (fl. c. 2000), American clarinetist & academic Scott L. Charles is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.3 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Charles reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Charles

Meaning: free man

Germanic

From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.

Surname: Klug

English

Johann Christoph Friedrich Klug (1775–1856), German entomologist Bernd Klug (1914–1975), German naval officer Al Klug (1920–1957), American football player Aaron Klug (1926–2018), Lithuanian-born chemist Brian Klug (fl. late 20th century), British academic Howard Klug (fl. c. 2000), American clarinetist & academic Scott L.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Charles is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Charles by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Charles has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Charlie
  • Chuck
  • Carlo
  • Carlos
  • Karl
  • Karol

Notable People Named Charles Klug

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Charles Klug:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Charles?
The first name Charles originates from Germanic. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.
When was Charles most popular?
The name Charles reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Klug?
The surname Klug originates from English. Johann Christoph Friedrich Klug (1775–1856), German entomologist Bernd Klug (1914–1975), German naval officer Al Klug (1920–1957), American football player Aaron Klug (1926–2018), Lithuanian-born chemist Brian Klug (fl. late 20th century), British academic Howard Klug (fl. c. 2000), American clarinetist & academic Scott L.
What are the origins of the name Charles Klug?
The name Charles Klug combines two different traditions: the first name Charles has Germanic roots, while the surname Klug originates from English.
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