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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Battle, warrior
- Origin
- Old English (name of St. Chad, 7th-century Anglo-Saxon saint)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- CHAD
Chad is an Old English name meaning "battle" or "warrior." It comes from St. Chad, a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon saint, so this short, one-syllable name has roots reaching back to the 600s. If you like a name with a strong meaning and a real historical origin, Chad fits.
Meaning & Origin of Chad
Meaning: Battle, warrior.
Origin: Old English (name of St. Chad, 7th-century Anglo-Saxon saint).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Chad
CHADIPA /ʧæd/
Popularity of Chad
Chad peaked at #25 in 1972, when 13,391 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1805, with 90 babies, so a child named Chad today would be one of very few.
Names Like Chad
These names have followed a similar path to Chad in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Chad mean?
Battle, warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Chad?
Chad is pronounced CHAD (IPA: /ʧæd/).
Is Chad a popular name right now?
Chad peaked at #25 in 1972 and is ranked #1805 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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