Chapman
Chapman is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Merchant, trader, or buyer.
Origin and history
Chapman is an English given name derived from an occupational surname meaning merchant or trader. Historically referring to traveling peddlers in medieval Britain, it transitioned into use as a rare given name in the United States. Today, it remains an uncommon choice that aligns with the trend of using traditional surnames as first names.
Popularity in the United States
1,007 babies in the United States have been named Chapman since 1880. It ranks #3676 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1784.
States where it is most popular
- GA (72.2 %)
- AL (27.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 60 |
| 1930-1940 | 43 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 40 |
| 1960-1970 | 36 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 64 |
| 1990-2000 | 120 |
| 2000-2010 | 180 |
| 2010-2019 | 224 |
| 2020-2029 | 143 |
Famous people named Chapman
- Chapman To: Actor, Comedian
Nicknames
Chap, Chappy
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Old English word 'céapman', formed from 'céap' (barter or trade) and 'mann' (man).
- In medieval England, a chapman was an itinerant seller who traveled between towns selling goods.