Chavis
Chavis is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Key bearer, key maker, or originating from Claviers.
Origin and history
Chavis originated as an English and French surname derived from the French place name Claviers or related occupational terms linked to key-makers or key-bearers. In the United States, it transitioned into use as a rare given name primarily for boys. Its usage peaked in the late 20th century and remains relatively uncommon today.
Popularity in the United States
901 babies in the United States have been named Chavis since 1880. It ranks #3777 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1915.
States where it is most popular
- NC (58.3 %)
- SC (24.3 %)
- GA (13 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 124 |
| 1980-1990 | 291 |
| 1990-2000 | 245 |
| 2000-2010 | 139 |
| 2010-2019 | 74 |
| 2020-2029 | 12 |
Fun facts
- Chavis was originally an Anglo-Norman surname linked to Old French terms for key or key-bearer.
- It functions primarily as an uncommon masculine given name in the United States.