Chayim
boy nameChayim entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #4797 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#4797
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4797 |
| 1980s | #6459 |
| 1990s | #7714 |
| 2000s | #10864 |
| 2010s | #10654 |
| 2020s | #8623 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Chayim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chayim alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chayim in 2025?
- Chayim is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chayim most popular?
- Chayim peaked in 1975, reaching #4797 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chayim with classmates?
- Chayim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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