Holding steady.
Popularity of Chez since 1970
Babies named Chez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 22 | 71 |
| 1990s | 0 | 33 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chez is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1980. It reached its peak popularity in 1982, but has never entered the top 1000, maintaining a stable, very low usage over the decades. The name is likely a clipped form of Chester or Chesley, though it may also be a simple coinage. Without clear historical roots, Chez remains an uncommon choice, reflecting a trend toward informal, nickname-style names since the late 20th century.
Chez is a rare modern given name, likely originating as a diminutive or nickname for longer names such as Chester (from Latin 'castra' meaning 'camp') or Chesley (from English place names). Its use as an independent name dates to the late 20th century, first recorded in the U.S. in 1980. It peaked in popularity in 1982.
Sibling names for Chez
Names that share Chez's style, for a brother or sister.
