Holding steady.
Popularity of Chade since 1979
Babies named Chade per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 6 |
| 1980s | 43 | 7 |
| 1990s | 58 | 0 |
| 2000s | 36 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chade is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985. It saw its peak usage the following year, in 1986, but has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name has remained stable in its rarity since then, with no indication of a revival. Its origins are unclear, but it may be a creative respelling or sound-alike of more familiar names such as Jade or Shade. The name has not been reported in any top states, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Because it lacks an established etymology or cultural history, Chade is best understood as a modern English coinage.
Chade first appeared in U.S. records in the mid-1980s. It may be a modern coinage echoing the sound of names like Jade or Shade, or a creative variant of the French surname Chade (derived from a place name). Its sudden appearance and low usage suggest a contemporary invention rather than a traditional name.
Sibling names for Chade
Names that share Chade's style, for a brother or sister.
