Declining since 2009, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Chole since 1980
Babies named Chole per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 318 |
| 2000s | 767 |
| 2010s | 592 |
| 2020s | 263 |
Meaning & origin
Chole is a variant spelling of the classic Greek name Chloe, which has seen widespread use in English-speaking countries since the 16th century. While the standard spelling Chloe has been a top choice for decades, Chole remains a less common alternative. The name peaked in popularity in 2009 at rank 4067, but has been declining since then. The most common state for the name in recent years is South Carolina. Chole continues to be given to a modest number of girls each year, appealing to parents who seek a familiar yet slightly distinctive form of a beloved name.
Chole is a variant spelling of Chloe, derived from the Greek word 'chloe' meaning 'green shoot' or 'blooming'. In Greek mythology, Chloe was an epithet of the goddess Demeter, referring to the green foliage of spring. The name has been used since the 16th century in English-speaking countries and became particularly popular in the 1990s and 2000s.
Where Chole is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cho, Lo
Sibling names for Chole
Names that share Chole's style, for a brother or sister.
