Charlotte Herbert

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charlotte Herbert — free woman
262K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charlotte Herbert 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 Herbert: A. P. Herbert (1890–1971), English humorist, novelist, playwright and law reform activist Adam Herbert (born 1943), former president of Indiana University and of the University of North Florida Alfred Herbert (1866–1957), former manufacturer of machine tools Amanda Herbert (born 1943), British cytopathologist and histopathologist Andrew Herbert (born 1954), British computer scientist Anthony Reed Herbert, English politician and lawyer, member of the British National Front Aubrey Herbert (1880–1923), British diplomat, traveller and intelligence officer Ben Herbert (born 1979), American football. 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: Herbert

English

A. P. Herbert (1890–1971), English humorist, novelist, playwright and law reform activist Adam Herbert (born 1943), former president of Indiana University and of the University of North Florida Alfred Herbert (1866–1957), former manufacturer of machine tools Amanda Herbert (born 1943), British cytopathologist and histopathologist Andrew Herbert (born 1954), British computer scientist Anthony Reed Herbert, English politician and lawyer, member of the British National Front Aubrey Herbert (1880–1923), British diplomat, traveller and intelligence officer Ben Herbert (born 1979), American football.

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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 Herbert

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 Herbert:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Herbert?
The surname Herbert originates from English. A. P. Herbert (1890–1971), English humorist, novelist, playwright and law reform activist Adam Herbert (born 1943), former president of Indiana University and of the University of North Florida Alfred Herbert (1866–1957), former manufacturer of machine tools Amanda Herbert (born 1943), British cytopathologist and histopathologist Andrew Herbert (born 1954), British computer scientist Anthony Reed Herbert, English politician and lawyer, member of the British National Front Aubrey Herbert (1880–1923), British diplomat, traveller and intelligence officer Ben Herbert (born 1979), American football.
What are the origins of the name Charlotte Herbert?
The name Charlotte Herbert combines two different traditions: the first name Charlotte has French roots, while the surname Herbert originates from English.
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