Chuck
boy name#8243 in 2025Chuck entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #217 in 1961, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#8243
rank today
#217
peak (1961)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2879 |
| 1920s | #2000 |
| 1930s | #825 |
| 1940s | #428 |
| 1950s | #447 |
| 1960s | #304 |
| 1970s | #644 |
| 1980s | #1321 |
| 1990s | #3361 |
| 2000s | #7096 |
| 2010s | #8274 |
| 2020s | #9931 |
Living bearers
About 13,500 people named Chuck are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chuck alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chuck in 2025?
- Chuck ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chuck most popular?
- Chuck peaked in 1961, reaching #217 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chuck with classmates?
- Chuck will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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