Chassity Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chassity is a name of Latin origin, meaning purity or chastity. It evolved from the Latin 'castitas' through Old French. The name represents moral integrity and has gained popularity in recent decades. It has no biblical relevance but is often viewed positively in modern contexts. Notable individuals with this name include Chassity R. Smith and Chassity M. Lee.
The name Chassity is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chassity has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Chassity' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3307th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1863rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3467th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9753rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chassity' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chassity"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃæs.ɪ.ti/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Chassity derives from the Latin word 'castitas', which translates to 'purity' or 'chastity'. It reflects a virtue of moral integrity and sexual purity.
Meaning
purity, chastity
Language Evolution
Castitas (Latin), Chastity (Old French), Chassity (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Chassity gained popularity in the late 20th century as a variant of the traditional name Chastity, often associated with the concept of purity.
Variants & Derivatives
Chastity, Chass, Chassy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Chassity is perceived as a unique and contemporary name that emphasizes values of purity and virtue, often associated with a modern and youthful image.
Famous People
Chassity R. Smith (American actress), Chassity M. Lee (American author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chassity"
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 "Chassity"
"Chassity" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3307th of 19264 | 325 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1863rd of 27321 | 1,099 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3467th of 35406 | 689 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9753rd of 30306 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Chassity" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chassity" 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) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- |
66.86% 2352nd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
76.55% 2821st/3685 |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
24.57% 1276th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
36.41% 2663rd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Chassity"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chassity" 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.