Chase

At a Glance: Name: Chase – Meaning: from the English surname Chase, an occupational nickname for a hunter – Origin: English (surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: CHAYSS

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Chase is a boy's name pronounced CHAYSS (IPA /ˈtʃeɪs/), taken from the English surname Chase, which began as an occupational nickname for a hunter. It has a timeless, classic and bold feel, and reads as a modern pick with a clear, no-frills story behind it. If you like names that trace back to an actual occupation rather than an abstract meaning, Chase fits that directly.

Meaning & Origin of Chase

Meaning: From the english surname chase, an occupational nickname for a hunter.

Origin: English (surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Chase

Phonetic: CHAYSS   IPA: /ˈtʃeɪs/

Popularity of Chase

Chase hit its high point in 2009, ranking #61 with 7,393 baby boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had cooled to #173, with 2,148 boys named Chase.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1885–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Chase mean?

From the english surname chase, an occupational nickname for a hunter. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Chase)

How do you pronounce Chase?

Chase is pronounced CHAYSS (IPA: /ˈtʃeɪs/).

Is Chase a popular name right now?

Chase peaked at #61 in 2009 and is ranked #173 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)

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