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Charu

Girl name · Indian

Meaningbeautiful · Sanskrit

Charu is an Indian girl name meaning “beautiful”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • GenerationCharu peaked in 1977, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Charu you'd meet today is about 48 years old.
  • HistoryCharu first shows up in US birth records in 1976, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 49 years since.
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hello, little Charu

US births per million girls, 1976–2025

02.5519761977

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Charu

Charu is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “beautiful”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Indian names

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Questions about the name Charu

What does the name Charu mean?

Charu means “beautiful” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Bella (“beautiful”), Callie (“beautiful”), Zuri (“beautiful”) and Annabelle (“gracious and beautiful”).

What is the origin of the name Charu?

Charu is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Charu a boy or girl name?

Charu is a girl name.

How popular is the name Charu?

Charu is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1977. It peaked at #7,567 in 1977, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Charu?

If you like Charu, you might also like Bella, Callie, Zuri and Annabelle.

What should I know before naming my baby Charu?

Charu is an Indian girl name meaning “beautiful”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.