Charles Cotton (1630–1687) was an English poet.
Charles Cotton may also refer to: Sir Charles Cotton, 5th Baronet (1753–1812), British Royal Navy admiral Charles S. Cotton (1843–1909), American Navy rear admiral Sir Charles Cotton (geologist) (1885–1970), New Zealand geologist and geomorphologist Charles L. Cotton (born 1949), president of the National Rifle Association of America (NRA) Charlie Cotton, fictional character in British soap opera, EastEnders Charlie Cotton (2014 character), a later fictional character in British soap opera, EastEnders Charles Cotton (footballer) (1880–1910), English footballer who played as a goalkeeper