How popular is the name Chalmer in 2025?

Chalmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Chalmer most popular?

Chalmer peaked in 1881, reaching #706 among US boy names.

Chalmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Chalmer entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #706 in 1881, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#706

peak (1881)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Chalmer are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Chalmer alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Chalmer in 2025?: Chalmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Chalmer most popular?: Chalmer peaked in 1881, reaching #706 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Chalmer with classmates?: Chalmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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