Chaunce Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAWNS / /tʃɔːns/English; French
Meaning
English: 'chancellor'; French: 'to be bold'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Chaunce has roots in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'chauncer', meaning 'to fall'. It was historically used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name has been associated with nobility and leadership due to its meaning related to chancellorship.
Trend Summary
Chaunce has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chauncey
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chaunce was first seen in the United States in 1972. Chaunce has ranked as high as #1224 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Chaunce has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chaunce
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |