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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Fortress, camp (via Chester)
- Origin
- English (short form of Chester)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- CHET
Chet is a short form of Chester, an English name meaning fortress or camp. It's a compact, one-syllable name for parents who want something brief but rooted in a longer, established name. SSA records trace its use in the U.S. all the way back to 1909.
Meaning & Origin of Chet
Meaning: Fortress, camp (via Chester).
Origin: English (short form of Chester).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Chet
CHETIPA /ʧɛt/
Popularity of Chet
Chet had its strongest run in 1963, when 164 boys received the name and it ranked #612 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped to #2095, with just 71 babies given the name that year.
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These names have followed a similar path to Chet in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Chet mean?
Fortress, camp (via Chester). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Chet?
Chet is pronounced CHET (IPA: /ʧɛt/).
Is Chet a popular name right now?
Chet peaked at #612 in 1963 and is ranked #2095 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1909–2024.)
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