Chen
boy nameChen entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4141 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#4141
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4582 |
| 1980s | #5934 |
| 1990s | #7433 |
| 2000s | #10154 |
| 2010s | #9974 |
| 2020s | #9455 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Chen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chen alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 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 boy names.
- When was the name Chen most popular?
- Chen peaked in 1983, reaching #4141 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chen with classmates?
- Chen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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