Chase

Hunter — a boy name of English origin

GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
MeaningHunter
PronunciationCHAYSS

Popularity of Chase in the United States

#192Rank in 2025
1,904Births in 2025
#61 in 2009Peak Popularity
↓ Declining10-Year Trend

Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Meaning & Origin of Chase

Chase comes from the Middle English word "chase," referring to a hunter or a piece of land reserved for hunting, ultimately from the Old French "chacier," meaning "to hunt." The name has an active, athletic energy that has made it a consistently popular choice for boys since the 1990s. Its versatility and easy pronunciation have kept it firmly in the US top 200.

Chase Around the World

Chase is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.

Languages
English
Details

TypeMale given name

International Variants
Chace

Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.

Nicknames for Chase

Chase

Famous People Named Chase

  • Chase Elliott — American NASCAR driver
  • Chevy Chase — American actor and comedian
  • Chase Utley — American baseball player

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Chase mean?

Chase is a boy name of English origin meaning "Hunter." Chase comes from the Middle English word "chase," referring to a hunter or a piece of land reserved for hunting, ultimately from the Old French "chacier," meaning "to hunt." The name has an active, athletic energy that has made it a consistently popular choice for boys since the 1990s.

How do you pronounce Chase?

Chase is pronounced CHAYSS. Common variations include Chace, Chayse.

Is Chase a boy name?

Yes, Chase is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Chase.

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