Chiyo
girl nameChiyo entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2552 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2552
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3041 |
| 1920s | #3726 |
| 2000s | #16439 |
| 2010s | #15539 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chiyo are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chiyo alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chiyo in 2025?
- Chiyo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chiyo most popular?
- Chiyo peaked in 1917, reaching #2552 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chiyo with classmates?
- Chiyo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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