Charly
boy name#5608 in 2025Charly entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #884 in 1890, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#5608
rank today
#884
peak (1890)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #946 |
| 1890s | #982 |
| 1910s | #3218 |
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
| 1950s | #3838 |
| 1960s | #4219 |
| 1970s | #5126 |
| 1980s | #4779 |
| 1990s | #3445 |
| 2000s | #2567 |
| 2010s | #3692 |
| 2020s | #3737 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Charly has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Charly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Charly alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charly in 2025?
- Charly ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Charly most popular?
- Charly peaked in 1890, reaching #884 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Charly with classmates?
- Charly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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