Chaitanya
boy nameChaitanya entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #4762 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
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rank today
#4762
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7568 |
| 2000s | #7942 |
| 2010s | #10609 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Chaitanya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chaitanya alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chaitanya in 2025?
- Chaitanya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chaitanya most popular?
- Chaitanya peaked in 1999, reaching #4762 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chaitanya with classmates?
- Chaitanya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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