Chau
boy nameChau entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #2831 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#2831
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5278 |
| 1980s | #4636 |
| 1990s | #6682 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Chau are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chau alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chau in 2025?
- Chau is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chau most popular?
- Chau peaked in 1982, reaching #2831 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chau with classmates?
- Chau will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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