Charmian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Charmian Name at a Glance

Name	Charmian
Meaning	Joy. Charmain was one of Cleopatra's attendants in Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra'.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Charmian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Charmian means “Joy. Charmain was one of Cleopatra's attendants in Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Charmian Name Origin

Our database records Charmian under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Charmian a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Charmian is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Charmian

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