Chima
boy nameChima entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #3857 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#3857
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4606 |
| 1980s | #5553 |
| 1990s | #6098 |
| 2000s | #7943 |
| 2010s | #10437 |
| 2020s | #9172 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Chima are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chima alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chima in 2025?
- Chima is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chima most popular?
- Chima peaked in 1978, reaching #3857 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chima with classmates?
- Chima will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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