Chatham Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAT-um / /ˈtʃæt.əm/English; Old English
Meaning
Old English: 'the settlement on the river Chatham'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chatham is a place name in England, notably associated with the town in Kent. The name has historical significance due to its naval dockyard, which played a crucial role in British maritime history. It has been used as a given name, particularly in the United States, reflecting a trend of using place names as personal names.
Trend Summary
Chatham is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chatham was first seen in the United States in 1984. Chatham has ranked as high as #1380 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Chatham has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chatham (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 10 |