Chad
Chad is derived from the Old English name Ceadda, borne by a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon saint. The name also references the African country of Chad, though the personal name predates this association.
Current Popularity
#1805 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Very easy to spell and pronounce
- •Peak popularity was in the 1970s-80s
- •Short, single-syllable name that's hard to shorten further
- •Has gained internet meme associations in recent years
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Famous People
Chad Michael Murray
Actor
Chad Smith
Drummer for Red Hot Chili Peppers
Chad Kroeger
Lead singer of Nickelback
Chad Ochocinco
Former NFL wide receiver
Statistics
240,640
Total births since 1880
1972
Peak year
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