Name: Charles
Ever wondered the meaning and origin of the name Charles?
Ever wondered the meaning and origin of the name Charles?
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From the Germanic word 'karl', which means 'free man'. The name Charles was elected by Mary Queen of Scots for her son, Charles James, who became King James VI of Scotland, and then King James I of England. The next two generations below saw two further Charles' reign, cementing the name's popularity in the 17th century. The name is borne by Prince Charles, the man in line to be king after Queen Elizabeth II's reign ends. Famous bearers include Charles Dickens (writer) and Charles Bronson (actor).
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