Chalmers
Chalmers is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Chamberlain or servant of the chamber.
Origin and history
Chalmers is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning 'servant of the chamber' or 'chamberlain'. It was historically used as a surname-derived given name in the United States, peaking in usage during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is extremely rare as a given name in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
1,082 babies in the United States have been named Chalmers since 1880. It ranks #3605 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- SC (52.7 %)
- PA (31.5 %)
- NC (15.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 18 |
| 1900-1910 | 23 |
| 1910-1920 | 216 |
| 1920-1930 | 275 |
| 1930-1940 | 149 |
| 1940-1950 | 151 |
| 1950-1960 | 95 |
| 1960-1970 | 54 |
| 1970-1980 | 29 |
| 1980-1990 | 32 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 18 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Chalmers
- Chalmers Johnson: Political scientist, Author
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Old French word 'chambre' and Gaelic adaptations, referring to a chamberlain who managed an estate's household.
- Chalmers saw its peak usage as a given name in the United States around the turn of the 20th century.