Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Chaise since 1982
Babies named Chaise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 124 |
| 1990s | 120 | 274 |
| 2000s | 145 | 358 |
| 2010s | 83 | 275 |
| 2020s | 12 | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Chaise is a rare contemporary name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982. Its peak popularity occurred in 2008, though it has never reached the top 1000. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 2007, reflecting its niche appeal. Chaise is used across genders, though more frequently for boys. Its etymology is unclear, likely a modern respelling of Chase or an adoption of the French word for furniture. The name has no documented historical or cultural roots, placing it firmly in the category of modern coinages.
Chaise is a rare given name that first appeared in 1982. It may have been coined as a respelling of Chase, which itself derives from Old French 'chace' meaning 'hunt'. Alternatively, it could be an adoption of the French word 'chaise' (chair), though direct evidence is lacking. The name remains uncommon and has no deep historical roots.
Sibling names for Chaise
Names that share Chaise's style, for a brother or sister.
