Charmie
A feminine name meaning "lovely" or "charming".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Charmie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Charmie today is around 83 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Charmie births was 1929 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Charmie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Charmie is about 83 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Charmies were born before 1953.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Charmie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1929
8 babies that year
Average age
83
years old
1959 SSA rank
#6,383
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Charmie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Charmie from the 1910s through to the 1950s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 21 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Charmie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Charmie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Charmies live
Origin
Meaning and history of Charmie
The name Charmie is believed to have its origins in the French language, derived from the word "charme," which means "charm" or "enchantment." This name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly in France and parts of Western Europe.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Charmie can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was used as a diminutive form of the French name Charmine or Charmaine. The name was often bestowed upon young girls in noble families, symbolizing grace, beauty, and an alluring presence.
During the 17th century, the name Charmie appeared in several literary works, including plays and poems, reflecting its association with romantic and whimsical themes. One notable mention can be found in the play "The Merry Wives of Windsor" by William Shakespeare, where a character named Mistress Charmie is referred to as a charming and alluring figure.
In the 18th century, the name Charmie gained prominence in France, particularly among the aristocracy. One of the most famous individuals bearing this name was Charmie de Montpellier (1710-1788), a French noblewoman known for her philanthropic endeavors and her patronage of the arts.
As the name spread across Europe, it also found its way to other regions, such as England and parts of the British Isles. In the 19th century, Charmie Everett (1825-1901) was a prominent English author and poet, whose works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience.
Another notable figure was Charmie Dubois (1878-1945), a French artist and sculptor, whose works were celebrated for their delicate beauty and attention to detail. Her sculptures often depicted scenes from Greek mythology, reflecting the enduring charm and enchantment associated with the name Charmie.
While the name Charmie has remained relatively uncommon in modern times, it continues to evoke a sense of allure, grace, and captivating charm, carrying with it a rich historical heritage that spans centuries and cultures.
People
Charmie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Charmie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Charmie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Charmie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Charmie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Charmie a common name?
We classify Charmie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 54 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Charmie most popular?
The single biggest year for Charmie was 1929, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Charmie is about 83 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Charmie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Charmie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.