Charles Plumb

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charles Plumb — free man
2.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charles Plumb 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 Plumb: Alvin Plumb (1802–?), American businessman and politician Caroline Plumb (born 1978), British entrepreneur and businesswoman Charles Plumb (bishop) (1864–1930), British Anglican bishop Charles Plumb (cartoonist) (1899–1982), American cartoonist known for drawing the strip Ella Cinders Dick Plumb (born 1946), English footballer Edward H. Plumb (1907–1958), American film composer and orchestrator best known for his work at Walt Disney Studios Eve Plumb (born 1958), American actress and painter Fawcett Plumb (1834–1919), American banker and politician Glenn E. 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: Plumb

English

Alvin Plumb (1802–?), American businessman and politician Caroline Plumb (born 1978), British entrepreneur and businesswoman Charles Plumb (bishop) (1864–1930), British Anglican bishop Charles Plumb (cartoonist) (1899–1982), American cartoonist known for drawing the strip Ella Cinders Dick Plumb (born 1946), English footballer Edward H. Plumb (1907–1958), American film composer and orchestrator best known for his work at Walt Disney Studios Eve Plumb (born 1958), American actress and painter Fawcett Plumb (1834–1919), American banker and politician Glenn E.

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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 Plumb

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 Plumb:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Plumb?
The surname Plumb originates from English. Alvin Plumb (1802–?), American businessman and politician Caroline Plumb (born 1978), British entrepreneur and businesswoman Charles Plumb (bishop) (1864–1930), British Anglican bishop Charles Plumb (cartoonist) (1899–1982), American cartoonist known for drawing the strip Ella Cinders Dick Plumb (born 1946), English footballer Edward H. Plumb (1907–1958), American film composer and orchestrator best known for his work at Walt Disney Studios Eve Plumb (born 1958), American actress and painter Fawcett Plumb (1834–1919), American banker and politician Glenn E.
What are the origins of the name Charles Plumb?
The name Charles Plumb combines two different traditions: the first name Charles has Germanic roots, while the surname Plumb originates from English.
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