Chisum
boy nameChisum entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #5619 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#5619
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6124 |
| 1990s | #8309 |
| 2010s | #10344 |
| 2020s | #9806 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Chisum are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chisum is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chisum in 2025?
- Chisum is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chisum most popular?
- Chisum peaked in 1982, reaching #5619 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chisum with classmates?
- Chisum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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