Charline
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Charline: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1988.
Charline is the French feminine form of Charles, ultimately from the Germanic word *karlaz*, meaning "free man." While less common in Scotland than its sister name Charlotte, Charline has a distinctly elegant, continental feel. Notable bearers include Charline Vanhoenacker, a Belgian politician who served as the country’s Minister of Budget, and Charline Boudreault, a Canadian singer and actress known for her role in the television series *Les Parent*. The name shares its root with the Scottish place name Carluke and the historic title “Carl,” meaning a peasant or free man. As a variant, Charline offers a slightly softer and more romantic alternative to Charlotte, with the same classic charm but a rarer, more individual presence.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19883 babies
- Latest (1988)
- #5773 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1988
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y