Charles vs John
Charles
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Free man
Peak: 1880 (4.52%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Charles | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 4.52% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 3.39% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 2.53% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 2.30% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 2.57% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 2.82% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 2.67% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 2.15% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 1.37% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 1.18% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.81% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.56% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.36% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Charles or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Charles peaked in 1880 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Charles and John mean?
Charles means "Free man" while John means "God is gracious".