Declining since 2010.
Popularity of Chayson since 1982
Babies named Chayson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 51 |
| 2010s | 121 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Chayson is a rare modern American invention that first appeared in official records in 1982. It follows the popular pattern of combining a base name like Chase with the -son suffix, as seen in names such as Jackson and Mason. Although it never broke into the top 1,000 nationally, its peak year 2011 saw the most births, with usage declining steadily since 2010. The name has no prominent top states or famous bearers, reflecting its niche status. Parents drawn to Chayson are likely seeking a contemporary, uncommon alternative to more established -son names.
Chayson is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in the 1980s. It appears to be formed from the name Chase (derived from Old French chace 'to hunt') combined with the popular suffix -son, following the trend of surname-style first names like Jackson and Mason. Its usage remains rare and has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the U.S.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chay, Chase
Sibling names for Chayson
Names that share Chayson's style, for a brother or sister.
