Charla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charla is a name with Spanish origins, meaning 'chat' or 'talk.' It evolved from the Spanish verb 'charlar' and has variants like Carla and Charlene. The name embodies traits of sociability and friendliness, with no significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century and remains a warm and approachable choice today.
The name Charla is most popular in Oklahoma, 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, Charla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4678th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1292nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 818th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 795th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1739th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5888th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11425th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charla"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɑːrlə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Charla is derived from the Spanish word 'charlar,' which means 'to chat or talk.' It is often associated with a friendly and conversational nature.
Meaning
chat, talk
Language Evolution
Charla (modern Spanish), Charlar (Spanish verb), Carla (Italian/Spanish variant)
Historical Usage
Charla has gained popularity in various English-speaking regions since the mid-20th century, particularly as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Carla, Charlene, Charlie, Charley
Modern Popularity & Image
Charla is often perceived as a warm and approachable name, reflecting a sociable and friendly personality.
Famous People
Charla Nash, an American woman known for her survival story after a tragic incident., Charlaine Harris, an American author known for her mystery novels.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charla"
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 "Charla"
"Charla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4678th of 9107 | 63 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1292nd of 9204 | 632 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 818th of 12526 | 2,838 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 795th of 19264 | 2,837 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1739th of 27321 | 1,229 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5888th of 35406 | 332 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11425th of 30306 | 95 |
Regional Popularity of "Charla" 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 "Charla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.10% 991st/1546 |
93.38% 1453rd/1556 |
56.52% 1330th/2353 |
49.71% 769th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.37% 654th/2227 |
57.45% 1396th/2430 |
27.66% 789th/2853 |
27.75% 770th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.98% 763rd/2937 |
55.81% 1944th/3483 |
18.36% 646th/3518 |
24.65% 997th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
56.66% 2088th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
28.84% 1498th/5194 |
42.54% 2687th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charla" 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.