Name comparison
Alexander vs Charles
Charles is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Alexander | Charles |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 666,683 | 1,143,775 |
| Global rank | #51 | #17 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 12,000 | 1 in 6,994 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.4%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 666,683 | 1,143,775 |
How they differ
Charles has approximately 1.1M living bearers compared to 667k for Alexander - a ratio of about 1.7x.
Alexander originates from unknown origins. Charles originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Alexander or Charles more popular?
Charles is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,143,775 estimated living bearers compared to 666,683 for Alexander. That is roughly 1.7x more bearers of Charles.
What is the difference in origin between Alexander and Charles?
Alexander originates from unknown sources. Charles originates from unknown sources.
Are Alexander and Charles used for the same gender?
Both Alexander and Charles are predominantly used as male names.
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