Charu

Charu is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning “sweet.” It is a rare choice in US records.

Charu at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Hindu & Indian
Meaning
“sweet”

About the name Charu

Charu belongs to the Hindu & Indian tradition. Its meaning — “sweet” — is the sense carried by its Indian roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Charu first appears in Social Security records in 1976 and has been given to 12 babies since 1880. It is a genuinely rare choice in the US.

Charu in US records

First recorded (US)
1976
Total since 1880
12

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Charu mean?

Charu means “sweet” in its Indian roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Charu a boy or girl name?

Charu is a unisex name.

What origin is the name Charu?

Charu comes from the Hindu & Indian tradition.

How popular is the name Charu?

Charu is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1976 and has been given to 12 babies since 1880.

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