Chaney
Chaney: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Chaney
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Variant of Chesney.
How popular is Chaney?
Since 1880, 1,372 girls and 411 boys in the U.S. have been named Chaney (77% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #970 in 1888. Its highest rank for boys was #2664 in 1915. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Chaney FAQ
What does the name Chaney mean?
A female given name transferred from the surname. Variant of Chesney.
What is the origin of the name Chaney?
Chaney is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Chaney?
Since 1880, 1,372 girls and 411 boys in the U.S. have been named Chaney (77% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #970 in 1888. Its highest rank for boys was #2664 in 1915. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Chaney a boy or girl name?
Chaney is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,372 girls and 411 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.