How Many People Are Named Chuck?
Complete statistics for the name Chuck: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Chuck, a rare moniker for boys, stands out with just 1 in 25,148 Americans bearing it today. That's around 13,122 people nationwide, making it quite exclusive. Interestingly, most Chucks are over 60, reflecting its peak popularity back in 1961.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 65All 17,864 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: 1961Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Chuck Through the Generations
From its heyday in 1961 when 1,285 babies were named Chuck, this name has seen a slow rise in recent years, positioning itself as a blend of classic charm and modern appeal. Today, the majority of those named Chuck, about 75%, are over 60, indicating a strong generational skew towards older adults. With an estimated 13,122 living Chucks in the U.S., the name continues to hold a special place in American culture, though its usage has declined since its peak.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Chuck's English roots
📄 About the Name Chuck
How Many People Have the Name Chuck?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 890 people in the United States currently share the name Chuck. That works out to roughly 1 in every 372,415 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Chuck a Common or Rare Name?
Chuck 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Chuck in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Chuck Most Popular?
The name Chuck reached peak popularity in 1961, with 1,285 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
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 Chuck?
Approximately 890 people named Chuck live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 890. That works out to roughly 1 in 372,415 Americans.
Is Chuck a rare name?
Chuck is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 372,415 Americans has this name.
What does the name Chuck mean?
The meaning and origin of Chuck are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Chuck more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Chuck are male and 0% are female.
When was Chuck most popular?
Chuck peaked in 1961 with 1,285 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
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.