Charly
GirlFrench
Charly is a girl name of French origin meaning "Free man".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Free man
Etymology
French variant of Charles, from Germanic Karl, meaning 'free man'.
Famous People Named Charly
- Charly García — Argentine singer-songwriter and musician
- Charly Gaul — professional cyclist (1932–2005)
- Charly Mottet — French cyclist
- Charly Loubet — French association football player (1946–2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Charly
What does the name Charly mean?
Charly means "Free man", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Charly?
Charly originates from French, commonly used in Europe.
Is Charly a boy or girl name?
Charly is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Charly associated with?
Charly is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Charly?
Yes — notable people named Charly include Charly García (Argentine singer-songwriter and musician), Charly Gaul (professional cyclist, 1932–2005), Charly Mottet (French cyclist) and Charly Loubet (French association football player, 1946–2023).
Last updated: June 2026