Meaning of the word charlotte in English

What does charlotte mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

charlotte

US /ˈʃɑːr.lət/
UK /ˈʃɑː.lət/
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Noun

1.

a city in North Carolina, United States, known as a major financial center.

Example:
She moved to Charlotte for a job opportunity in banking.
The flight to Charlotte was delayed due to bad weather.
2.

a female given name, of French origin, meaning 'free man' or 'petite'.

Example:
My sister's name is Charlotte.
Charlotte is a classic and elegant name.
3.

a dessert made of cooked fruit (such as apples) baked in a mold lined with bread or pastry.

Example:
For dessert, we had a delicious apple charlotte.
The chef prepared a berry charlotte for the special occasion.