Charles as a Male Name
Charles is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Charles for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Charles means “free man” and is of Germanic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Charlie, Chuck, Carl, Karl, Carlos.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Charles across all genders, see the complete Charles name meaning.
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Is Charles a boy's name?+
Charles is most commonly a boy's name. It means “free man” and is of Germanic origin.
What does Charles mean?+
Charles means “free man” and originates from Germanic.