Charly
Charly is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Free person.
Origin and history
Charly is a modern feminine spelling variant of Charlie, originally a diminutive of Charles or Charlotte. Rooted in Germanic elements, it translates to 'free person'. In the United States, it is a contemporary choice favored for its friendly and approachable feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,518 babies in the United States have been named Charly since 1880. It ranks #3522 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1653.
States where it is most popular
- TX (29.7 %)
- UT (26.8 %)
- CA (23.3 %)
- NC (2.5 %)
- IL (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 350 |
| 1990-2000 | 328 |
| 2000-2010 | 537 |
| 2010-2019 | 806 |
| 2020-2029 | 448 |
Famous people named Charly
- Charly Clive: Actress, Comedian
- Charly Jordan: DJ, Model
Fun facts
- The 'y' ending offers a slightly more modern, streamlined look compared to the traditional 'ie' spelling.
- Traceable back to the Old High German word 'karal', meaning free person or independent adult.