Chanson

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At a Glance

Meaning
A song
Origin
French
Gender
Neutral
Pronunciation
shahn-SOHN

Chanson is a French word meaning "a song," pronounced shahn-SOHN. It's used as a name for either a boy or a girl, and it has an international feel if you're looking beyond the usual American name list.

Meaning & Origin of Chanson

Meaning: A song.

Origin: French.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Chanson

shahn-SOHNIPA /ʃɑːnˈsoʊn/

Popularity of Chanson

Chanson has stayed rare in U.S. Social Security records from 1979 to 2023. It reached its highest point in 1979 at rank #4128 with 9 babies given the name, and by 2023 it stood at rank #7830 with 10 babies.

Names Like Chanson

These names share Chanson’s style, era or origin.

FAQ

What does the name Chanson mean?

A song. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Chanson?

Chanson is pronounced shahn-SOHN (IPA: /ʃɑːnˈsoʊn/).

Is Chanson a popular name right now?

Chanson peaked at #4128 in 1979 and is ranked #7830 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1979–2023.)

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