Name comparison · boy names
Charles vs. Christopher
In 2025, Charles leads at #48 among U.S. boys' names, with Christopher at #68. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Charles | Christopher |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Stable | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #48 | #68 |
| Babies in 2025 | 5,898 | 4,748 |
| All-time peak | #4 in 1880 | #2 in 1972 |
| Uniqueness score | 13 / 100 | 16 / 100 |
| Strongest state | District of Columbia (#7) | Mississippi (#24) |