Chad
boy name#1699 in 2025Chad entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #25 in 1972, ranks #1699 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1914–2025
#1699
rank today
#25
peak (1972)
96
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2639 |
| 1920s | #2749 |
| 1930s | #1907 |
| 1940s | #1046 |
| 1950s | #576 |
| 1960s | #247 |
| 1970s | #32 |
| 1980s | #55 |
| 1990s | #142 |
| 2000s | #365 |
| 2010s | #760 |
| 2020s | #1496 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Chad has been most popular in FL, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 222,000 people named Chad are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chad alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chad in 2025?
- Chad ranks #1699 among US boy names in 2025, with 96 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chad most popular?
- Chad peaked in 1972, reaching #25 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chad with classmates?
- Chad will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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