Charlene

The name Charlene peaked for boys at #2150 in 1945. Charlene is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

The name Charlene is a girl's name of English origin meaning "free man".

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Charlene is a Charlotte variation that, along with similar names like Arlene and Marlene, spiked in popularity in the 1940s and fifties, reaching a high of Number 100 in 1949. Most parents today would prefer one of the note classic versions -- or even nickname Charlie.

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The name Charlene is currently ranked #989 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #100 in 1949. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in CHARLENE, CHARLENE, and CHARLENE. Charlene is occasionally used for boys in 1990.

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