Definition: The word 'Charles' is a male given name which is derived from Latin 'Charlesus' meaning 'of the same kind as'. The most common version of this name in English is Charles. It has been used for centuries, but its origin remains somewhat elusive due to an absence of evidence about its origins. In ancient times, Charles was the first king of France and a military general. He was later known as Charles X of Spain. In 1852, the King of Belgium named his son after him, Charles XIII. The most common spelling is Charles IV. These are all variants of the same name, although there may be some variations between them. The word 'Charles' is also used in English to refer to a male given name with the first letter capitalized. For example, Charles Dorian Smith would be an Oxford-style title for him. This can vary greatly depending on the context and the number of letters in the given name.