Char
Girl nameChar has been given to 488 babies in the U.S. since 1945. It peaked in 1960.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
488
Peak year
1960 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1945
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Char — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Char.
Sibling name ideas for Char
Same era and popularity as Char, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Char?
Char has been given to 488 babies in the U.S. since 1945. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Char peak?
Char peaked in 1960, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Char a girl or boy name?
Char is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Char are girls).
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