Chancelor
boy nameChancelor entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #1986 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#1986
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5951 |
| 1980s | #4693 |
| 1990s | #2504 |
| 2000s | #4141 |
| 2010s | #6201 |
| 2020s | #8019 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Chancelor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chancelor alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chancelor in 2025?
- Chancelor is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chancelor most popular?
- Chancelor peaked in 1996, reaching #1986 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chancelor with classmates?
- Chancelor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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