Chucky
boy nameChucky entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #1322 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
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rank today
#1322
peak (1961)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3061 |
| 1950s | #2148 |
| 1960s | #1872 |
| 1970s | #2933 |
| 1980s | #4792 |
| 1990s | #7906 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Chucky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chucky alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chucky in 2025?
- Chucky is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chucky most popular?
- Chucky peaked in 1961, reaching #1322 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chucky with classmates?
- Chucky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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