Chen
girl nameChen entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #10479 in 1992, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#10479
peak (1992)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10517 |
| 1990s | #12164 |
| 2000s | #14931 |
| 2010s | #16547 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chen alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chen in 2025?
- Chen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chen most popular?
- Chen peaked in 1992, reaching #10479 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chen with classmates?
- Chen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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