Chaz Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationchaz / /tʃæz/English; French
Meaning
English: free man; French: a diminutive of Charles
Historical & Cultural Background
Chaz is often considered a modern diminutive of Charles, which has roots in Old Germanic. The name Charles has been borne by numerous kings and emperors throughout history, contributing to its enduring popularity. Chaz emerged as a more casual and contemporary variant in the 20th century. It is primarily used in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Chaz has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with a casual, modern vibe.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chazzy
International Variants
- Charles (French)
- Carlo (Italian)
- Carlos (Spanish)
Famous people named Chaz
Chaz Bono is an American musician and actor known for his work in the entertainment industry and as an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
Chaz Michael Michaels is a fictional character portrayed by Will Ferrell in the film 'Blades of Glory,' known for his flamboyant figure skating persona.
Chaz Ebert is an American film critic and the widow of Roger Ebert, known for her contributions to film criticism and advocacy.
Chaz Dean is an American hairstylist and entrepreneur, recognized for founding the hair care brand WEN.
Fictional characters named Chaz
Chaz is a character in the video game series 'Crazy Taxi,' known for his role as a taxi driver.
Chaz is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' where he is a student in Ms. Frizzle's class.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chaz was first seen in the United States in 1974. Chaz has ranked as high as #692 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Chaz has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chaz (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 44 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 81 |
| 1980 | 137 |
| 1981 | 154 |
| 1982 | 245 |
| 1983 | 252 |
| 1984 | 185 |
| 1985 | 204 |
| 1986 | 198 |
| 1987 | 317 |
| 1988 | 526 |
| 1989 | 499 |
| 1990 | 486 |
| 1991 | 446 |
| 1992 | 393 |
| 1993 | 382 |
| 1994 | 331 |
| 1995 | 329 |
| 1996 | 296 |
| 1997 | 247 |
| 1998 | 236 |
| 1999 | 213 |
| 2000 | 251 |
| 2001 | 250 |
| 2002 | 208 |
| 2003 | 220 |
| 2004 | 185 |
| 2005 | 201 |
| 2006 | 214 |
| 2007 | 226 |
| 2008 | 212 |
| 2009 | 199 |
| 2010 | 168 |
| 2011 | 155 |
| 2012 | 123 |
| 2013 | 111 |
| 2014 | 115 |
| 2015 | 120 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 106 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 76 |
| 2021 | 60 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 46 |