Charleigh

Charleigh is an English variant spelling of Charlie, itself a diminutive of Charles, which derives from the Germanic element karl, meaning free man or simply man. The name Charles was borne by numerous European monarchs and spread widely through Frankish influence, particularly that of Charlemagne. Charleigh is used predominantly as a feminine given name in modern English-speaking countries, reflecting a broader trend of applying elaborated or softened spellings to traditionally masculine names. Related forms include Charlie, Charlee, Charli, and the original Charles.