Chet
boy name#2183 in 2025Chet entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #612 in 1963, ranks #2183 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#2183
rank today
#612
peak (1963)
65
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1277 |
| 1910s | #2705 |
| 1920s | #3546 |
| 1930s | #2603 |
| 1940s | #1610 |
| 1950s | #1173 |
| 1960s | #699 |
| 1970s | #757 |
| 1980s | #973 |
| 1990s | #1586 |
| 2000s | #2678 |
| 2010s | #2921 |
| 2020s | #2322 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Chet has been most popular in MO, WI, TX.
Living bearers
About 5,400 people named Chet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chet alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chet in 2025?
- Chet ranks #2183 among US boy names in 2025, with 65 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chet most popular?
- Chet peaked in 1963, reaching #612 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chet with classmates?
- Chet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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