How Many People Are Named Charla?

Complete statistics for the name Charla: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Charla
Very Rare
Old German

Charla means 'free' and has origins in Old German, making it a rare gem among female names. Only 1 in 47,973 Americans are named Charla, with around 6,879 living today. The majority of people named Charla are over 60, reflecting its peak popularity in 1969.

~6,879
Living in US
1 in 47,973
Americans
1969
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Free
🌐
Origin
Old German
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Charismatic Independent Confident
7
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 7 are often seen as deep thinkers and seekers of knowledge.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

6,879
Worldwide Bearers
#50,909
Global Rank
🇦🇺 Australia
8
🇫🇷 France
7
🇨🇭 Switzerland
5
🇨🇳 China
4
🇳🇴 Norway
3
🇨🇲 Cameroon
3
🇩🇪 Germany
2
🇱🇧 Lebanon
2
🇲🇽 Mexico
2
🇮🇹 Italy
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
6,879 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 58
427
Would be under 30 (5%)
3,901
Would be 30–60 (49%)
3,698
Would be over 60 (46%)

All 8,026 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1969

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
59
Modern Appeal
41
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Charla Through the Generations

Charla's journey through the generations shows a clear preference from an earlier era. With 219 births in 1969, it marked the peak of its popularity. Today, the name's bearers span across different age groups, but a significant portion, 46%, are over 60 years old, indicating a strong connection to the older generation. its declining trend, Charla remains a name that bridges classic charm with modern sensibilities.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 1,092
California 586
Ohio 361
Oklahoma 325
Missouri 287
Illinois 262
Indiana 191
Kansas 160
Kentucky 126
Colorado 119

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Charla's Old German roots

📄 About the Name Charla

How Many People Have the Name Charla?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,879 people in the United States currently share the name Charla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 47,973 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Charla a Common or Rare Name?

Charla is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Charla Mean?

Charla means "free" and comes from Old German origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Charla in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Charla Most Popular?

The name Charla reached peak popularity in 1969, with 219 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Charla?

Approximately 6,879 people named Charla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,026. That works out to roughly 1 in 47,973 Americans.

Is Charla a rare name?

Charla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 47,973 Americans has this name.

What does the name Charla mean?

Charla means "free" and comes from Old German origins.

Is Charla more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Charla are male and 100% are female.

When was Charla most popular?

Charla peaked in 1969 with 219 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US6,879
All-Time Births8,026
1 in X1 in 47,973
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age58
Peak Year1969
World Rank#50,909
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.