Charleston
girl name#3249 in 2025Charleston entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #1042 in 2015, ranks #3249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
#3249
rank today
#1042
peak (2015)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #10928 |
| 2000s | #9418 |
| 2010s | #3628 |
| 2020s | #2992 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Charleston has been most popular in NC, SC, TN.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Charleston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Charleston is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charleston in 2025?
- Charleston ranks #3249 among US girl names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Charleston most popular?
- Charleston peaked in 2015, reaching #1042 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Charleston with classmates?
- Charleston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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