How Many People Are Named Chae?

Complete statistics for the name Chae: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Chae
Very Rare
Korean

Chae is a very rare female name, with only 312 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,057,765 Americans. It peaked in popularity back in 1988 with 31 births, showing how its usage has remained stable over the decades.

~2,988
Living in US
1 in 110,927
Americans
1988
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Korean origin, meaning 'wisdom'
🌐
Origin
Korean
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Wise Thoughtful Intelligent
8
Life Path Number

People with the life-path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, driven by ambition and a strong sense of responsibility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,365
Worldwide Bearers
#104,518
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
3,203
🇹🇭 Thailand
402
🇰🇷 South Korea
166
🇰🇪 Kenya
110
🇲🇾 Malaysia
106
🇰🇭 Cambodia
100
🇨🇦 Canada
59
🇧🇷 Brazil
27
🇳🇿 New Zealand
19
🇦🇺 Australia
17

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
141 (45%)
♀ Female
171 (55%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 36
79
Would be under 30 (24%)
244
Would be 30–60 (76%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 323 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1988

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
74
Classic Feel
31
Modern Appeal
69
International
93

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Chae Through the Generations

Chae has seen a steady presence in the naming landscape since its peak in 1988, with 31 births that year. Today, the name is held by 312 individuals, with the majority being adults aged 30 to 60, indicating a shift towards older adopters. The name's stability suggests it's a timeless choice, blending classic charm with modern appeal.

✨ Similar Names to Chae

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chae's Korean roots

📄 About the Name Chae

How Many People Have the Name Chae?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,988 people in the United States currently share the name Chae. That works out to roughly 1 in every 110,927 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chae a Common or Rare Name?

Chae is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Chae Mean?

Chae means "Korean origin, meaning 'wisdom'" and comes from Korean origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Chae in SSA data, approximately 45% are male and 55% are female.

When Was Chae Most Popular?

The name Chae reached peak popularity in 1988, with 31 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Chae?

Approximately 2,988 people named Chae live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,988. That works out to roughly 1 in 110,927 Americans.

Is Chae a rare name?

Chae is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 110,927 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chae mean?

Chae means "Korean origin, meaning 'wisdom'" and comes from Korean origins.

Is Chae more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 45% of people named Chae are male and 55% are female.

When was Chae most popular?

Chae peaked in 1988 with 31 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,988
All-Time Births2,988
1 in X1 in 110,927
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age36
Peak Year1988
World Rank#104,518
Male %45%
Female %55%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.