Chu
boy nameChu entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #5926 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
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rank today
#5926
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5926 |
| 1990s | #6415 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chu alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chu in 2025?
- Chu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chu most popular?
- Chu peaked in 1986, reaching #5926 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chu with classmates?
- Chu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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