Girl · 3113th of 19,264
Charon
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,217
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1973
Peak Popularity Year
38
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Charon stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Charon originates from Greek, meaning 'fierce'. It evolved through ancient Greek and Latin into modern usage. Charon is known as the ferryman of Hades in mythology, symbolizing death and the journey to the afterlife. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity during the Renaissance due to interest in classical mythology.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛərən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Charon is derived from the Greek word 'kharon', which means 'fierce' or 'to be fierce'. In Greek mythology, Charon is the ferryman of Hades, responsible for transporting souls across the rivers Styx and Acheron.
Meaning
fierce
Language Evolution
Charon (Ancient Greek), Charon (Latin), Charon (English)
Historical Usage
The name Charon gained popularity in the context of classical studies and mythology, particularly during the Renaissance when interest in ancient Greek and Roman cultures surged.
Variants & Derivatives
Charon (common form), Kharon (Greek form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Charon is viewed primarily as a mythological figure rather than a common name. It evokes themes of death, the afterlife, and mythology.
Famous People
Charon, the mythological ferryman, Charon in various literary works and adaptations
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 38 peak births in 1973
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 10 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6333rd of 16616 | 95 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13533rd of 24088 | 42 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3855th of 9204 | 102 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3224th of 12526 | 257 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3113th of 19264 | 356 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5433rd of 27321 | 246 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19950th of 35406 | 40 |