Chad
Chad is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Battle or protector in battle.
Origin and history
Chad is derived from the Old English name Ceadda, likely originating from a Celtic element meaning warlike or battle. It became prominent in early Anglo-Saxon history through Saint Ceadda (Saint Chad), a 7th-century bishop. While popular in the late 20th century, its usage in the United States has declined significantly in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
240,728 babies in the United States have been named Chad since 1880. It ranks #164 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1241.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.1 %)
- OH (6.9 %)
- TX (6 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
- PA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 50 |
| 1920-1930 | 103 |
| 1930-1940 | 157 |
| 1940-1950 | 451 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,837 |
| 1960-1970 | 15,902 |
| 1970-1980 | 113,534 |
| 1980-1990 | 69,051 |
| 1990-2000 | 27,112 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,516 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,281 |
| 2020-2029 | 734 |
Famous people named Chad
- Chad Smith: Musician, Drummer
- Chad Lowe: Actor, Director
Fun facts
- Saint Chad was an influential Anglo-Saxon prelate who established the episcopal see at Lichfield.
- Chad is also the name of a landlocked country in Central Africa, named after Lake Chad.
- The name reached its peak popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.