Chaia
girl nameChaia entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #8334 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#8334
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9912 |
| 1990s | #11964 |
| 2000s | #15023 |
| 2010s | #16764 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chaia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chaia alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chaia in 2025?
- Chaia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chaia most popular?
- Chaia peaked in 1997, reaching #8334 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chaia with classmates?
- Chaia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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