Chap
Boy nameChap has been given to 37 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It peaked in 1973.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
37
Peak year
1973 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1973
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Chap — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chap.
Sibling name ideas for Chap
Same era and popularity as Chap, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Chap?
Chap has been given to 37 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Chap peak?
Chap peaked in 1973, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Chap a girl or boy name?
Chap is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Chap are boys).
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