Chase
Chase is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
To hunt or pursuer.
Origin and history
Chase originates as an English occupational or habitational surname derived from the Old French 'chasser', meaning to hunt. Although historically more common for boys, it has been steadily used as a given name for girls in the United States since the late 20th century. It offers a sleek, modern, unisex sound with a vibrant active meaning.
Popularity in the United States
3,798 babies in the United States have been named Chase since 1880. It ranks #2864 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1852.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.8 %)
- TX (9 %)
- NY (8.8 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- PA (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 58 |
| 1980-1990 | 246 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,095 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,480 |
| 2010-2019 | 670 |
| 2020-2029 | 249 |
Fun facts
- Chase originally derived from an Old French word for hunting grounds or an occupational name for a hunter.
- While predominantly used for boys in the U.S., Chase has maintained a consistent presence for American girls since the 1970s.