Sharlotte is a unique and elegant given name of unknown etymology. It is believed to be an original creation, perhaps combining elements from other names such as Charlotte, Sharron, or even the French 'charlotte' meaning 'little girl'. Despite its uncertain origins, Sharlotte has been used as a first name in some English-speaking countries, though it remains quite rare. The name is composed of three syllables: Sha-rlot. It has no common nicknames or variants, allowing it to stand alone with its own distinctive sound and spelling. Those named Sharlotte often appreciate having an uncommon name that sets them apart from others.
The name Sharlotte saw its peak popularity between 1947 and 1964, with over 20 births per year consistently during this period. The highest number of births occurred in 1948 with 26 babies named Sharlotte. After the 1960s, the usage of the name steadily declined, with fewer than 20 births per year from 1975 onwards, and even less than 10 births per year since the late 1980s. In recent years, there have been around 15-20 births named Sharlotte annually, with a total of 1025 births recorded between 1930 and 2023.