Charley
girl name#760 in 2025Charley entered the US charts in 1901, peaked at #489 in 2014, ranks #760 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1901–2025
#760
rank today
#489
peak (2014)
356
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1774 |
| 1910s | #2438 |
| 1920s | #2400 |
| 1930s | #2362 |
| 1940s | #2978 |
| 1950s | #4541 |
| 1960s | #6507 |
| 1970s | #5232 |
| 1980s | #2982 |
| 1990s | #2140 |
| 2000s | #1448 |
| 2010s | #576 |
| 2020s | #678 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Charley has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida.
Living bearers
About 11,000 people named Charley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Charley is a kid of about 10 — 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 Charley in 2025?
- Charley ranks #760 among US girl names in 2025, with 356 babies given the name.
- When was the name Charley most popular?
- Charley peaked in 2014, reaching #489 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Charley with classmates?
- Charley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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