Chares
Boy nameChares has been given to 69 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
69
Peak year
1961 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Chares — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chares.
Sibling name ideas for Chares
Same era and popularity as Chares, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Chares?
Chares has been given to 69 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Chares peak?
Chares peaked in 1961, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Chares a girl or boy name?
Chares is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Chares are boys).
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