Charu
girl nameCharu entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #7567 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#7567
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8426 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Charu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Charu alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charu in 2025?
- Charu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Charu most popular?
- Charu peaked in 1977, reaching #7567 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Charu with classmates?
- Charu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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