Chad Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationchad / /tʃæd/Old English; French
Meaning
Old English: battle; French: from the land of the Chad
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Chad has roots in Old English, where it is derived from the word for battle. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with Saint Chad, a 7th-century bishop in England. In modern times, it has been used as a given name and a surname.
Trend Summary
Chad experienced a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, but has since declined.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chadwick
International Variants
- Chad (English)
- Chad (French)
Famous people named Chad
Chad Michael Murray is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'One Tree Hill'.
Chad Smith is an American musician, best known as the drummer for the rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Chad Pennington is a former American football quarterback who played in the NFL.
Chad Gable is an American professional wrestler known for his time in WWE.
Fictional characters named Chad
Chad Danforth is a character in the 'High School Musical' franchise, known for his role as a basketball player and friend.
Chad the Chinchilla is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chad was first seen in the United States in 1914. Chad has ranked as high as #38 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Chad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chad (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 22 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 21 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 26 |
| 1942 | 41 |
| 1943 | 39 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 40 |
| 1946 | 57 |
| 1947 | 78 |
| 1948 | 55 |
| 1949 | 56 |
| 1950 | 66 |
| 1951 | 95 |
| 1952 | 118 |
| 1953 | 152 |
| 1954 | 202 |
| 1955 | 235 |
| 1956 | 221 |
| 1957 | 252 |
| 1958 | 249 |
| 1959 | 246 |
| 1960 | 255 |
| 1961 | 365 |
| 1962 | 465 |
| 1963 | 649 |
| 1964 | 875 |
| 1965 | 1,172 |
| 1966 | 2,202 |
| 1967 | 2,946 |
| 1968 | 2,917 |
| 1969 | 4,060 |
| 1970 | 6,629 |
| 1971 | 12,138 |
| 1972 | 13,391 |
| 1973 | 12,885 |
| 1974 | 12,790 |
| 1975 | 12,838 |
| 1976 | 11,766 |
| 1977 | 10,831 |
| 1978 | 10,108 |
| 1979 | 10,162 |
| 1980 | 10,142 |
| 1981 | 8,413 |
| 1982 | 7,909 |
| 1983 | 7,392 |
| 1984 | 7,063 |
| 1985 | 6,467 |
| 1986 | 6,026 |
| 1987 | 5,622 |
| 1988 | 5,297 |
| 1989 | 4,723 |
| 1990 | 4,350 |
| 1991 | 3,585 |
| 1992 | 3,357 |
| 1993 | 3,143 |
| 1994 | 2,730 |
| 1995 | 2,434 |
| 1996 | 2,168 |
| 1997 | 1,952 |
| 1998 | 1,808 |
| 1999 | 1,584 |
| 2000 | 1,453 |
| 2001 | 1,079 |
| 2002 | 929 |
| 2003 | 861 |
| 2004 | 828 |
| 2005 | 767 |
| 2006 | 799 |
| 2007 | 659 |
| 2008 | 613 |
| 2009 | 529 |
| 2010 | 463 |
| 2011 | 439 |
| 2012 | 434 |
| 2013 | 358 |
| 2014 | 346 |
| 2015 | 314 |
| 2016 | 290 |
| 2017 | 219 |
| 2018 | 241 |
| 2019 | 175 |
| 2020 | 150 |
| 2021 | 158 |
| 2022 | 132 |
| 2023 | 108 |
| 2024 | 90 |