Charleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charleigh is a modern English name derived from the Old German name Karl, which means 'free man'. It has evolved through various forms including Charles and Charlie, reflecting a contemporary twist with its unique spelling. Charleigh is not associated with any biblical background and gained popularity in recent decades as a part of a trend for unique names. It is perceived positively as creative and modern.
The name Charleigh is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Charleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9571st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1674th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 530th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈʧɑrli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Charleigh is a modern variation of the name Charlie, which is derived from the Old German name Karl, meaning 'free man'. The spelling 'Charleigh' incorporates a more contemporary twist and feminine flair.
Meaning
free man
Language Evolution
Karl (Old German), Charles (Old French), Charlie (English diminutive), Charleigh (modern variant)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Charlie, Charley, Karlee, Karly
Modern Popularity & Image
Charleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is popular among parents seeking unique names for their daughters.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charleigh"
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 "Charleigh"
"Charleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9571st of 27321 | 103 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1674th of 35406 | 1,925 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 530th of 30306 | 7,085 |
Regional Popularity of "Charleigh" 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 "Charleigh" by Generation for Female 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) |
30.84% 1413th/4582 |
38.73% 2000th/5164 |
17.89% 1308th/7313 |
41.15% 3071st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.12% 483rd/3984 |
14.71% 660th/4487 |
5.41% 369th/6822 |
19.53% 1226th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charleigh" 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.