Charlie
A diminutive of Charles, from Germanic Karl: a man, strong or free man.
Meaning and origin
Charlie is a diminutive or informal form of Charles that has become a name in its own right in English-speaking countries.
How to pronounce Charlie
| English (US) | CHAR-lee /ˈtʃɑrli/ |
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