Chauncey
Chauncey: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Chauncey
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From the Norman name based on several locations in France called Chancé. See Old French chance.
How popular is Chauncey?
Since 1880, 508 girls and 9,685 boys in the U.S. have been named Chauncey (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3668 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #284 in 1890. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Chauncey FAQ
What does the name Chauncey mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From the Norman name based on several locations in France called Chancé. See Old French chance.
What is the origin of the name Chauncey?
Chauncey is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Chauncey?
Since 1880, 508 girls and 9,685 boys in the U.S. have been named Chauncey (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3668 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #284 in 1890. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Chauncey a boy or girl name?
Chauncey is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 508 girls and 9,685 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.