How Many People Are Named Chimere?
Complete statistics for the name Chimere: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Chimere means 'royalty' in Igbo, making it a regal choice. Only 803 people named Chimere live in the US today, which means 1 in 411,110 Americans have this name. The peak year was 1980 when 167 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and wisdom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 829 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: 1980Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Chimere Through the Generations
Chimere, a name steeped in royalty and tradition, saw its highest usage in 1980 with 167 births. Over the decades, it's maintained a stable presence, with most people named Chimere now aged between 30 and 60. This distribution suggests a steady adoption rate, with fewer under-30s and none over 60, indicating a name that's both timeless and modern.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Chimere's Igbo roots
📄 About the Name Chimere
How Many People Have the Name Chimere?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 803 people in the United States currently share the name Chimere. That works out to roughly 1 in every 411,110 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Chimere a Common or Rare Name?
Chimere 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 Chimere Mean?
Chimere means "royalty" and comes from Igbo origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Chimere in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.
When Was Chimere Most Popular?
The name Chimere reached peak popularity in 1980, with 167 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 Chimere?
Approximately 803 people named Chimere live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 829. That works out to roughly 1 in 411,110 Americans.
Is Chimere a rare name?
Chimere is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 411,110 Americans has this name.
What does the name Chimere mean?
Chimere means "royalty" and comes from Igbo origins.
Is Chimere more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Chimere are male and 99% are female.
When was Chimere most popular?
Chimere peaked in 1980 with 167 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.