Che
Boy nameChe has been given to 2,469 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It peaked in 1974.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
2,469
Peak year
1974 (112 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1968
10-year trend
▼ -50%
Gender split
15% girls / 85% boys
Rank through the decades
Che's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 1975 | #906 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Che — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Che.
FAQ
How popular is the name Che?
Che has been given to 2,469 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Che peak?
Che peaked in 1974, when 112 babies were given the name.
Is Che a girl or boy name?
Che is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Che are boys).
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