Chavis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chavis has French origins, meaning 'young man'. It evolved from the name Chave through the diminutive form Chavasse. The name is relatively modern, gaining traction as a first name in the late 20th century. It is perceived as unique and carries a sense of individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Chavis is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Chavis has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Chavis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3071st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2348th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10747th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Chavis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chavis"
Pronunciation
/ˈʧeɪvɪs/
Origin
French
Etymology
Chavis is derived from the French surname 'Chavasse', which is a diminutive of 'chave', meaning 'young man' or 'youngster'.
Meaning
young man
Language Evolution
Chave, Chavasse, Chavis
Historical Usage
Chavis gained popularity as a surname and has been used as a first name in some regions, particularly in the United States, since the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Chav, Chavy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Chavis is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with individuality and a connection to French heritage.
Famous People
Chavis Carter, an American figure known for his legal case.
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Chavis Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 41 peak births in 1980
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chavis"
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 "Chavis"
"Chavis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3071st of 10718 | 175 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2348th of 16616 | 439 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5692nd of 24088 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10747th of 23106 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Chavis" 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) |
- | - |
43.32% 1524th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
34.41% 1787th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chavis" 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 "Chavis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chavis" 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.