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Name Origin

Charlotte is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the masculine name Charles. It means 'free man' or 'strong.'

frenchfeminineclassicroyalstrengthfreedom

Famous People

Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855)

Novelist

  • Authored Jane Eyre
  • Pioneer of Gothic literature

Charlotte Casiraghi (1986-)

Socialite, Equestrian

  • Granddaughter of Grace Kelly

Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860-1935)

Writer, Feminist

  • Authored The Yellow Wallpaper
  • Early feminist writer and social reformer

Charlotte Rampling (1946-)

Actress

  • Acclaimed for roles in films like The Night Porter and 45 Years

Charlotte Gainsbourg (1971-)

Actress, Singer

  • Starred in films like 'The Science of Sleep'
  • Released critically acclaimed music albums