Chaya
boy nameChaya entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #6262 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#6262
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7084 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chaya are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chaya alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chaya in 2025?
- Chaya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chaya most popular?
- Chaya peaked in 1981, reaching #6262 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chaya with classmates?
- Chaya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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