Chiam
boy nameChiam entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #3988 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#3988
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1990s | #7878 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chiam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chiam alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chiam in 2025?
- Chiam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chiam most popular?
- Chiam peaked in 1959, reaching #3988 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chiam with classmates?
- Chiam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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