Charlotta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charlotta is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from Charles, meaning 'free man'. The name evolved from Karl to Charles and then to Charlotta. It has a historical presence in Europe and is often associated with elegance. There are no notable biblical connections. Today, it is viewed positively and is linked to notable figures.
The name Charlotta is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Charlotta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Charlotta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3318th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3099th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2960th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4069th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9636th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Charlotta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charlotta"
Pronunciation
/ʃɑrˈlɒtə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Charlotta is a feminine form of the name Charles, derived from the Germanic name Karl, which means 'free man' or 'manly'.
Meaning
free man
Language Evolution
Karl, Charles, Charlotta
Historical Usage
Charlotta gained popularity in various European countries during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in Sweden and among English speakers.
Variants & Derivatives
Charlotte, Lottie, Charlie
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Charlotta is perceived as elegant and classic, often associated with a sense of grace and sophistication.
Famous People
Charlotta Bass, Charlotta von Mahlsdorf
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charlotta"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Charlotta"
"Charlotta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3318th of 9107 | 135 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3099th of 9204 | 156 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2960th of 12526 | 294 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4069th of 19264 | 238 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9636th of 27321 | 102 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Charlotta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Charlotta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charlotta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charlotta" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.