Chauncy
Chauncy is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
From Chancey or Chancelli, referring to a place in France; chancellor.
Origin and history
Chauncy is a surname-derived masculine given name of Norman French origin, historically associated with the village of Chancelli in France. It was brought to England following the Norman Conquest and later adopted as a rare personal name in English-speaking regions. In the United States, it remains a traditional yet uncommon choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,257 babies in the United States have been named Chauncy since 1880. It ranks #3441 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- TX (50 %)
- CA (25 %)
- GA (25 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 7 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 62 |
| 1920-1930 | 44 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 31 |
| 1960-1970 | 90 |
| 1970-1980 | 195 |
| 1980-1990 | 279 |
| 1990-2000 | 211 |
| 2000-2010 | 175 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Famous people named Chauncy
- Chauncy Harris: Geographer, Academic
Nicknames
Chance
Fun facts
- The name traces back to place names in Normandy, France, introduced to Britain during the Norman Conquest of 1066.
- Charles Chauncy was an early president of Harvard College in the 17th century, cementing the name in early American history.