Chap
boy nameChap entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #3445 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#3445
peak (1973)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4243 |
| 1980s | #4509 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chap are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chap alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chap in 2025?
- Chap is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chap most popular?
- Chap peaked in 1973, reaching #3445 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chap with classmates?
- Chap will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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