Chastain Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAS-tain / /ˈʃæsteɪn/French; English
Meaning
French: chestnut; English: from the chestnut tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Chastain is of French origin, derived from the word 'châtaigne,' meaning chestnut. It was historically used as a surname before being adopted as a given name. The name has been associated with various regions in France, particularly in the south. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a first name in recent years.
Trend Summary
Chastain has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chastain was first seen in the United States in 2002. Chastain has ranked as high as #1285 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Chastain has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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2002 | 5 |