Charlo (name)

Charlo is a given name and a surname.

As a given name, Charlo is typically masculine. Its origin is often considered a diminutive of Charles, a name of Germanic origin meaning "free man." The name may also be associated with Native American heritage, particularly with the Salish people of the Flathead Reservation in Montana.

As a surname, Charlo is less common. Its origins and historical distribution are not as well-documented as the given name. Like many surnames, it may have evolved from a given name, occupation, or place name.

Notable People:

• Chief Charlo (1830-1910): A prominent leader of the Bitterroot Salish, known for his efforts to protect his people's land and culture in the face of westward expansion.
• Jermell Charlo (born 1990): An American professional boxer, a former unified light middleweight world champion.
• Jermall Charlo (born 1990): An American professional boxer, a former WBC middleweight world champion and twin brother of Jermell Charlo.