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  1. Apr 23, 2024 · French feminine diminutive of Charles. It was introduced to Britain in the 17th century. It was the name of a German-born 18th-century queen consort of Great Britain and Ireland. Another notable bearer was Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855), the eldest of the three Brontë sisters and the author of Jane Eyre and Villette.

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  2. Charlotte is a feminine given name, a female form of the male name Charles. It is of French or Italian origin, meaning "free man" or "petite". It dates back to at least the 14th century.

  3. Nov 26, 2022 · Charlotte. fem. proper name, from the French fem. of Charlot, a diminutive of Charles. The meaning "apple marmalade covered with bread-crumbs" is attested from 1796, presumably from French (where, however, the dessert name is attested only from 1804), possibly from the fem. proper name, but the connection is obscure.

  4. May 7, 2024 · Charlotte is a name with both English and French origins meaning “free man” or “petite.” It is the feminine variant of the popular masculine name Charlot , a diminutive of Charles derived from the ancient English word Ceorl meaning “free man,” dating back to the 14th century.

  5. This dictionary covers over 6,000 names in common use in English, including the traditional and the very newest. It tells you the age, origin, and meaning of the name, as well as how it has fared in terms of popularity, and who the famous fictional or historical bearers of the name have been.

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  6. Sep 6, 2023 · The meaning of the name Charlotte is “free man” or “petite,” which reflects its Old English roots. The name is associated with strength, independence, and resilience. It is a popular name for girls because of its feminine sound and rich history.

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  8. Mar 12, 2023 · Charlotte is a feminine given name derived from the French form of the male name Charles, meaning "free man". Charlotte is a variation of imperishable and admired Caroline. It is of Old German origin and was first used as a given name during the reign of King George III of England in the late 18th century.

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