Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Chisum since 1977
Babies named Chisum per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 48 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Chisum is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1977, with no clear etymology or traditional cultural ties. Its peak popularity came modestly in 2013, though it has been on a downward trajectory since 2022. As of the latest year, the name is not among the top ranks, and it has not been recorded in any state's top baby names, indicating broad but sparse geographic use. Its sound aligns with other contemporary trendy surnames and invented names, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar.
Chisum first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977. It has no clear derivation from any known language and appears to be a modern invention, possibly influenced by the surname Chisum (as in the American cattleman John Chisum) or a phonetic variant of Chez or Cheswick. The name has seen modest but consistent use, with a peak in 2013.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chis, Chiz
Sibling names for Chisum
Names that share Chisum's style, for a brother or sister.
