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Charleston
UnisexMeaning of Charleston: English: 'Charles's town'
Charleston is a unisex name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 10 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 1797th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1797
89 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
3,813
First recorded 1914 · peak 2015
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
66% boys · 34% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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