Char

French, a dry white wine

"free man"

Char Origin and Meaning

The name Char is a girl's name.

Char is a concise feminine name that can function as both a standalone name and a diminutive for longer names like Charlotte, Charmaine, or Charlene. Of French origin, it relates to the root 'Charles,' meaning 'free man' or 'warrior.' The brevity of Char gives it a modern, punchy quality that appeals to parents seeking straightforward names. Despite its shortness, it carries surprising versatility and strength. In some contexts, Char might also reference the word for 'charcoal' or 'to burn,' adding subtle layers of meaning. While not among the most common given names, Char has maintained steady usage, particularly as a nickname, throughout recent decades.

Famous People Named Char

• Char Margolis American psychic and TV personality
• Char "Kaci" Fontane (born Kerry Charae Fontane) American actress; daughter of singer Tony Fontane and actress Kerry Vaughn Fontane
• Char Avell (born Sayfuz Ali) British male singer,songwriter
• René Char French poet

The name Char in Pop Culture

• Charlotte "Char" Chamberlin Sutton's best friend from TV's "The Lying Game"
• Prince Charmont (Char) character in movie "Ella Enchanted"
• Char Aznable male character in anime "Mobile Suit Gundam"