There are many names that are considered perfectly normal for both boys and girls. Charlie is one of these names and it moves from one gender to another seamlessly.
So if you have chosen Charlie for your little boy or little girl’s first name we have some great ideas for middle names that compliment Charlie perfectly whether for a boy or a girl.
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The Meaning Behind Charlie
Charlie as a boy’s name is of English origin and means free man. Charlie is of course derived from the classic name Charles which then comes from the German word meaning free man.
The name became increasingly popular in France in the Middle Ages due to the fame of Charles the Great.
Charlie is a very friendly-sounding name. It has become increasingly popular for parents to opt for the less formal and more friendly version of Charles to be put on their child’s birth certificate.
But the name can also be used for a girl and is often used as a nickname for the more formal name of Charlotte.
Middle Names For Charlie (boy)
- Charlie William
- Charlie Mark
- Charlie Paul
- Charlie Peter
- Charlie Luke
- Charlie Jake
- Charlie Louis
- Charlie Ben
- Charlie Zack
- Charlie Fred
- Charlie Sean
- Charlie Tom
- Charlie Thomas
- Charlie James
- Charlie George
- Charlie Rhys
- Charlie Edward
- Charlie Joseph
- Charlie Alexander
- Charlie Reuben
- Charlie Francis
- Charlie Cain
- Charlie Victor
- Charlie Gabriel
- Charlie Oliver
- Charlie Andrew
- Charlie Adam
- Charlie Michael
- Charlie Jude
- Charlie Henry
- Charlie Logan
- Charlie Wyatt
- Charlie Sebastian
- Charlie Jack
- Charlie Theodore
- Charlie Felix
- Charlie Everett
- Charlie Aubin
- Charlie Eli
- Charlie Elliot
- Charlie Holden
- Charlie Ivan
- Charlie Owen
- Charlie Leopold
- Charlie Xavier
- Charlie Magnus
- Charlie Otto
- Charlie Barnaby
- Charlie Dorian
- Charlie Maximilian
Middle Names For Charlie (girl)
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- Charlie Rebecca
- Charlie Georgina
- Charlie Beatrice
- Charlie Abigail
- Charlie Matilda
- Charlie Isabelle
- Charlie Alexandra
- Charlie Florence
- Charlie Rose
- Charlie Seraphine
- Charlie Willamina
- Charlie Felicia
- Charlie Adaline
- Charlie Francesca
- Charlie Matilda
- Charlie Arabella
- Charlie Heloise
- Charlie Genevieve
- Charlie Evangeline
- Charlie Guinevere
- Charlie Clementine
- Charlie Josephine
- Charlie Delilah
- Charlie Imogen
- Charlie Astrid
- Charlie Faith
- Charlie Sarah
- Charlie Rosalind
- Charlie Madeline
- Charlie Amelia
- Charlie Annabelle
- Charlie Helena
- Charlie May
- Charlie Winifred
- Charlie Alexa
- Charlie Thea
- Charlie Isaura
- Charlie Serena
- Charlie Davina
- Charlie Annora
- Charlie Milena
- Charlie Yvaine
- Charlie Freya
- Charlie Tabitha
- Charlie Dafna
- Charlie Eris
- Charlie Zosia
- Charlie Sophia
- Charlie Cassia
- Charlie Natalia
- Charlie Priya
Finding The Right Middle Name
For many parents finding that perfect middle name is just as important as finding the first name.
While other parents allow themselves to have a little more fun when choosing as they feel, the middle name is slightly less important as it is not a name that your child will use every day.
But with that said, do not let the wrong middle name take away from all your hard work of finding the perfect first name.
If you really fancy a challenge, you could go for two middle names. In the US, you’re only legally required to have a first name and a surname on your birth certificate. Anything after that is simply down to personal choice.
Where To Look For Inspiration
As it’s been said most people do not use their middle name on a daily basis so you can take a step away from the more traditional names and opt for something that is a little more weird and wacky.
Here are a few ideas of where to look for some inspiration for a middle name if you are running out of ideas.
Family Tradition
The most common place to start is with your own family. Many families have a tradition of passing down a middle name from one generation to another or choosing a middle name that begins with a certain letter.
While you may decide on a middle name to honor a relative. This could be a grandparent, uncle, or maiden name.
Take a good look into your family history and you’re sure to find a name that is both perfect for your child and connects them to their family past even before they are old enough to understand the connection.
Two Is Better Than One
Maybe you and your partner had a first name choice that was pipped at the post for a variety of reasons.
The middle name may be a way to use that second place first name in your baby’s full name as their middle name. As most first names also make great middle names, there’s nothing to worry about.
Memories Or Place Names
Celebrities are not the only people who can use place names for their children’s names. They are actually very trendy at the moment.
So if you and your partner have a special place that holds some fond memories or a favorite destination, go for it.
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What To Be Careful Of When Choosing That Perfect Middle Name
Middle names are an opportunity to be a little wilder and daring with your children’s names. After all, it is not the name that they will be using every day.
This is why you will often find people with some weird and wonderful middle names that their parents just couldn’t justify as a first name. But there are a few things that you need to consider when choosing that perfect middle name:
Potential For An Unfortunate Nickname
You need to put yourself into the mind of a child and think as they do. If you can think up some cruel and not nice names to tease your child then you bet that any child in the playground can too.
Initials
Remember that your children’s initials will often be written down on display so you need to ensure that they do not spell out any unfortunate words.
With Charlie as a first name, there is always the chance that their initials could potentially spell out some less than desirable things. But it does not happen as often as with some other names.
Flow Of The Entire Name
When you have decided on that perfect first name, along with the perfect middle name and of course you already know the surname, you need to check that it all flows together and is not too clunky when you say it out loud.
If you have any doubts get a second opinion from family and friends and say the full name in the conversation. If the name sounds clunky or you are tripping over your words, there’s a pretty good chance that it is not the right combination of names.
Different Ways To Spell Charlie
As we said earlier there are a few different ways to spell Isabella. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Charlee
- Charley
- Charleigh
- Charli
- Charlea
Cute Sibling Names That Go With Charlie
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If you have more than one child, finding a name that goes well together is another important factor that you may need to consider.
Remember that you will probably say your little one’s names a million times together so it is important that they flow well. Here are a few suggestions for sibling names that work well together.
- Charlie and Harrison
- Charlie and Lucas
- Charlie and Thomas
- Charlie and Orson
- Charlie and Vincent
- Charlie and Iris
- Charlie and Meredith
- Charlie and Mallory
- Charlie and Noelle
- Charlie and Rhiannon
The Final Thought
Charlie is a fabulous name and I am a little biased as my son is Charlie William. But the name is friendly and goes with most if not all middle names with ease.
It is also a name that can easily be used for boys and girls alike. If you are still unable to decide on that middle name then do not worry there are plenty of options available for you.
