Chadd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chadd is a name of Old English origin, derived from 'Ceadda,' which means 'battle' or 'warrior.' The name has evolved from its historical forms and gained popularity in the 20th century. It is often seen as modern and friendly, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Chadd is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chadd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Chadd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5259th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1009th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1240th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5587th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15496th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Chadd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chadd"
Pronunciation
/tʃæd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Chadd is derived from the Old English name 'Ceadda,' which was borne by a 7th-century saint known as St. Chad of Mercia. The name is believed to be related to the word for 'battle' or possibly the Celtic word for 'warrior.'
Meaning
battle, warrior
Language Evolution
Ceadda, Chad, Chadd
Historical Usage
The name Chadd gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the older name Chad. It has been used in various forms since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Chad, Chadde, Chadwick
Modern Popularity & Image
Chadd is perceived as a modern and somewhat trendy name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality. It has a positive connotation in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Chadd Wright, a notable athlete, Chadd Sayers, an Australian cricketer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chadd"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Chadd"
"Chadd" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5259th of 7552 | 28 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1009th of 10718 | 1,029 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1240th of 16616 | 1,152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5587th of 24088 | 222 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15496th of 23106 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Chadd" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.57% 751st/2937 |
29.00% 1010th/3483 |
45.51% 1601st/3518 |
36.72% 1485th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.97% 994th/3685 |
28.89% 1293rd/4475 |
33.63% 1747th/5194 |
25.68% 1622nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chadd" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chadd"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chadd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.