Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Chadwin since 1971
Babies named Chadwin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Chadwin is a rare modern name that emerged in the early 1970s as a creative extension of the then-popular Chad. It first appeared in 1971 and reached its peak popularity in 1974, when it was given to roughly 6 boys per million. Since then, its usage has declined, and it has remained stable at a very low frequency, with only a handful of newborns receiving the name each year. Chadwin combines the familiar, friendly sound of Chad with the energetic -win ending, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels both grounded and unique.
Chadwin is a modern coinage combining the English name Chad with the suffix -win, a common element in Old English names such as Edwin and Alwin. It first appeared in the United States in 1971, likely influenced by the popularity of Chad in the mid-20th century. Although it resembles place names like Chadwick, it has no known historical or regional significance prior to its modern creation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chad, Win
Variants: Chadwyn
Sibling names for Chadwin
Names that share Chadwin's style, for a brother or sister.
