Charlotte Forest

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charlotte Forest — free woman
262K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charlotte Forest is a name that combines French origins. The first name Charlotte is a feminine given name of French origin. Charlotte is a feminine given name. It is a female form of the male name Charles. It is of French or Italian origin, meaning "free man" or "petite". It dates back to at least the 14th century. Charlotte was the most popular name for girls in Australia in 2013. In 2015, it was the 21st popular girl name both in England and Wales, having been a constant presence among the top ten girls' names there since the 1980s. In 2022, in the United States, the name Charlotte was given to 12,891 girls, ranking it as the third most popular name. The surname Forest: Forest Able (1932–2026), American basketball player Frederic de Forest Allen (1844–1897), American classical scholar Forest B. H. Brown (1873–1954), American botanist working on pteridophytes and spermatophytes Forest Barber (born 1952), American racing driver from Fort Worth, Texas Forest Baskett, American venture capitalist, computer scientist, professor of electrical engineering at Stanford University Bernard Forest de Bélidor (1698–1761), French engineer in hydraulics and ballistics Emmett Forest Branch (1874–1932), the 31st Governor of the U.S. Charlotte is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 262K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Charlotte reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Charlotte

Meaning: free woman

French

Charlotte is a feminine given name. It is a female form of the male name Charles. It is of French or Italian origin, meaning "free man" or "petite". It dates back to at least the 14th century. Charlotte was the most popular name for girls in Australia in 2013. In 2015, it was the 21st popular girl name both in England and Wales, having been a constant presence among the top ten girls' names there since the 1980s. In 2022, in the United States, the name Charlotte was given to 12,891 girls, ranking it as the third most popular name.

Surname: Forest

French

Forest Able (1932–2026), American basketball player Frederic de Forest Allen (1844–1897), American classical scholar Forest B. H. Brown (1873–1954), American botanist working on pteridophytes and spermatophytes Forest Barber (born 1952), American racing driver from Fort Worth, Texas Forest Baskett, American venture capitalist, computer scientist, professor of electrical engineering at Stanford University Bernard Forest de Bélidor (1698–1761), French engineer in hydraulics and ballistics Emmett Forest Branch (1874–1932), the 31st Governor of the U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Charlotte Forest

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 Charlotte Forest:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Charlotte?
The first name Charlotte originates from French. Charlotte is a feminine given name. It is a female form of the male name Charles. It is of French or Italian origin, meaning "free man" or "petite". It dates back to at least the 14th century. Charlotte was the most popular name for girls in Australia in 2013. In 2015, it was the 21st popular girl name both in England and Wales, having been a constant presence among the top ten girls' names there since the 1980s. In 2022, in the United States, the name Charlotte was given to 12,891 girls, ranking it as the third most popular name.
When was Charlotte most popular?
The name Charlotte reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Forest?
The surname Forest originates from French. Forest Able (1932–2026), American basketball player Frederic de Forest Allen (1844–1897), American classical scholar Forest B. H. Brown (1873–1954), American botanist working on pteridophytes and spermatophytes Forest Barber (born 1952), American racing driver from Fort Worth, Texas Forest Baskett, American venture capitalist, computer scientist, professor of electrical engineering at Stanford University Bernard Forest de Bélidor (1698–1761), French engineer in hydraulics and ballistics Emmett Forest Branch (1874–1932), the 31st Governor of the U.S.
How common is the surname Forest?
The surname Forest is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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