Chun
boy nameChun entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #3925 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#3925
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4874 |
| 1980s | #5677 |
| 1990s | #8320 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chun are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chun alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chun in 2025?
- Chun is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chun most popular?
- Chun peaked in 1984, reaching #3925 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chun with classmates?
- Chun will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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