How Many People Are Named Chalmer?

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

Chalmer
Very Rare
Scottish

A very rare name, Chalmer has only 1,427 total births in the U.S. and 251 people alive today. It's 1 in 1,315,916 Americans, and most bearers are over 60, with a peak in 1918.

~251
Living in US
1 in 1,315,916
Americans
1918
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Lord of the household
🌐
Origin
Scottish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Responsible Dependable Nurturing Steady
33
Life Path Number

The number 33 is considered a Master Number in numerology, often called the 'Master Teacher.' It represents deep compassion, spiritual upliftment, and a drive to help and heal others on a large scale.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,122
Worldwide Bearers
#237,992
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
878
🇵🇭 Philippines
202
🇵🇪 Peru
10
🇬🇧 England
6
🇨🇦 Canada
4
🇮🇳 India
4
🇰🇪 Kenya
2
🇿🇦 South Africa
2
🇦🇺 Australia
2
🇭🇳 Honduras
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
251 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 97
6
Would be under 30 (0%)
64
Would be 30–60 (4%)
1,357
Would be over 60 (95%)

All 1,427 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: 1918

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
90
Classic Feel
89
Modern Appeal
11
International
84

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

📜 Chalmer Through the Generations

Chalmer is a classic, old-school name with a rich history. Only 1,427 babies were named Chalmer in the U.S., but today, just 251 people carry the name, making it extremely rare. The vast majority, 95%, are over 60, showing a strong generational link. The peak year was 1918, with 56 births, which contrasts sharply with the current small population. This stability in recent years is intriguing, given the significant drop in new names since then. The name's rarity and the fact that most bearers are elderly paint a picture of a name that has largely faded from everyday use but still holds a special place in the hearts of those who carry it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Kentucky 137
Ohio 107
Pennsylvania 107
Missouri 44
Indiana 20
West Virginia 6
Illinois 5

✨ Similar Names to Chalmer

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chalmer's Scottish roots

📄 About the Name Chalmer

How Many People Have the Name Chalmer?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 251 people in the United States currently share the name Chalmer. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,315,916 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chalmer a Common or Rare Name?

Chalmer 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 Chalmer Mean?

Chalmer means "Lord of the household" and comes from Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Chalmer in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Chalmer Most Popular?

The name Chalmer reached peak popularity in 1918, with 56 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 Chalmer?

Approximately 251 people named Chalmer live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,427. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,315,916 Americans.

Is Chalmer a rare name?

Chalmer is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,315,916 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chalmer mean?

Chalmer means "Lord of the household" and comes from Scottish origins.

Is Chalmer more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Chalmer are male and 0% are female.

When was Chalmer most popular?

Chalmer peaked in 1918 with 56 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 US251
All-Time Births1,427
1 in X1 in 1,315,916
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age97
Peak Year1918
World Rank#237,992
Male %100%
Female %0%

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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.