Charlotte
/ˈʃɑːr.lət/noun
A female given name, often a diminutive of Charlotte.
Did you know?The name Charlotte can be traced back to the French word "charlemagne," meaning "little warrior," connecting it to themes of power and conquest.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*karlaz
“man, free man”
Old French
Old French
Carlot
“a diminutive form of Charles, meaning little man”
15th Century
French
Charlotte
“feminine form of Charles, often associated with nobility”
Modern English
English
Charlotte
“a common feminine name, often linked to royalty and elegance.”
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