US Popularity Rank: 877

Origin: German

Meaning: Free man; Army, army leader, commander, warrior

Charli is a girl’s name with German origins. Meaning a “free man,” Charli derives from the boy’s name Charlie. The name Charli is often used as a nickname for those called Charlotte and Charlene. Some also believe that Charli is linked to the German words harjaz and charja, meaning “army,” “army leader,” “commander,” or “warrior.” A captivating name in its own right, Charli has grown in popularity in the United States over recent years, and is ready to be rocked by baby.