Charley
Charley: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หtอกสษห(ษน).li/
Meaning and origin of Charley
- A unisex given name. Alternative form of Charlie.
- A diminutive of the male given name Charles.
- A diminutive of the female given names Charlotte and Charlene.
How popular is Charley?
Since 1880, 11,347 girls and 23,974 boys in the U.S. have been named Charley (32% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #489 in 2014. Its highest rank for boys was #59 in 1880. In 2025, 443 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Charley
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Sibling name ideas for Charley
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Charley FAQ
What does the name Charley mean?
A unisex given name. Alternative form of Charlie. A diminutive of the male given name Charles. A diminutive of the female given names Charlotte and Charlene.
How popular is the name Charley?
Since 1880, 11,347 girls and 23,974 boys in the U.S. have been named Charley (32% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #489 in 2014. Its highest rank for boys was #59 in 1880. In 2025, 443 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Charley a boy or girl name?
Charley is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (11,347 girls and 23,974 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.