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Charlie

Unisex

Meaning

Free man

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃɑːli/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Charlie, a classic canine moniker, is a nod to pop culture icons like Charlie Brown and Charlie Chaplin, both known for their lovable, underdog personas. It's a name that says, "Sure, I might chase my tail sometimes, but I've got heart." Plus, it's derived from the Old English 'ceorl', meaning 'man' - perfect for your four-legged best friend who's more like a little person in a fur coat. So, if you want a name that's as full of character and charm as your pup, you can't go wrong with Charlie. It's a doggone good choice!

Traits associated with the name Charlie:

Dogs named Charlie tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Charlie?

That you have a fondness for classic names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name.

Is Charlie a good dog name?

Charlie has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Charlie is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

New York City Dog Name Database

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Charlie is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Charlie outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Charlie was, in the past month, the 38th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Charlie is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Charlie was viewed 205 times, and liked 5 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Charlie's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Charlie is most adored in Nebraska, Arizona and Arkansas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Louisiana, New Mexico and Kansas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Charlie.

Famous dogs named Charlie:

A bearded collie mix named Charlie played a role in the movie The Absent-Minded Professor.
A labrador retriever named Charlie played a role in the movie Joe Dirt.
A golden retriever named Charlie featured in the television show The Late Show.
A german shepherd named Charlie played a role in the movie All Dogs Go to Heaven.
A collie mix named Charlie played a role in the movie Little Orphan Airedale.