How Many People Are Named Chanh?

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

Chanh
Very Rare
Laotian

Chanh is a very rare name, originating from Laos, with only 10 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 31,917,456 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1985 with 6 births, and it's interesting how stable its usage has been since then.

~10
Living in US
1 in 31,917,456
Americans
1985
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Creative variant of Chan
🌐
Origin
Laotian
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Innovative Thoughtful Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection with the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

62,806
Worldwide Bearers
#15,276
Global Rank
🇱🇦 Laos
33,780
🇻🇳 Vietnam
25,980
🇺🇸 United States
2,237
🇨🇦 Canada
497
🇰🇭 Cambodia
70
🇹🇭 Thailand
49
🇫🇷 France
46
🇳🇿 New Zealand
17
🇺🇦 Ukraine
16
🇦🇺 Australia
14

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
10 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 42
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
11
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 11 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: 1985

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
12
Classic Feel
27
Modern Appeal
73
International
99

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

📜 Chanh Through the Generations

Chanh, a name that's been around for decades but remains incredibly rare, saw its peak in 1985 with 6 births. Since then, it's maintained a steady presence, with 11 total births recorded throughout history. Today, there are 10 individuals named Chanh living in the United States, all of whom are likely in their early forties, given the average age of 42. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a concentration among those aged 30 to 60, with none under 30 or over 60, indicating a relatively new generation embracing this unique name.

✨ Similar Names to Chanh

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chanh's Laotian roots

📄 About the Name Chanh

How Many People Have the Name Chanh?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 10 people in the United States currently share the name Chanh. That works out to roughly 1 in every 31,917,456 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chanh a Common or Rare Name?

Chanh 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 Chanh Mean?

Chanh means "creative variant of Chan" and comes from Laotian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Chanh Most Popular?

The name Chanh reached peak popularity in 1985, with 6 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 Chanh?

Approximately 10 people named Chanh live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 11. That works out to roughly 1 in 31,917,456 Americans.

Is Chanh a rare name?

Chanh is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 31,917,456 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chanh mean?

Chanh means "creative variant of Chan" and comes from Laotian origins.

Is Chanh more male or female?

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

When was Chanh most popular?

Chanh peaked in 1985 with 6 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 US10
All-Time Births11
1 in X1 in 31,917,456
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age42
Peak Year1985
World Rank#15,276
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Data Source

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.