Declining since 2020, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Chaos since 2006
Babies named Chaos per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 29 |
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 48 |
Meaning & origin
Chaos is an extremely rare American given name, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 2006. Its peak popularity occurred in 2021, but since 2020 it has been falling in use. In 2025, it ranked 9,714th nationally, with a frequency of approximately 1 in every 244,011 births. The name draws directly from the Greek mythological concept of the primordial void, making it an unusual and boldly conceptual choice. It has not been recorded in any U.S. state in significant numbers, indicating its niche appeal among parents seeking a striking, non-traditional name with deep mythological roots.
The name Chaos derives directly from the Greek word χάος (khaos), meaning 'void' or 'abyss.' In Greek cosmology, Chaos was the first thing to exist, the formless void from which the primordial deities emerged. The term later came to mean utter disorder and confusion. As a given name, it is extremely rare and modern, likely chosen for its mythological and conceptual associations rather than any traditional naming practice.
Sibling names for Chaos
Names that share Chaos's style, for a brother or sister.
