Chad
Meaning: Battle, warrior
Origin: Old English/Celtic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #227
Total births: 922
History: Chad peaked in the 2000s in Australia. The name has an American-Australian character. Chad represents the cultural exchange between Australia and America.
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| Current rank (1983) | #94 |
| Babies named Chad in 1983 | 77 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 922 |
| Peak year | 1980 (107 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #72 |
| Years in records | 1974–1983 (10 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 18 spots |
Frequently asked about Chad
What does the name Chad mean?
Chad means “Battle, warrior” from Old English/Celtic roots.
What is the origin of the name Chad?
Chad has Old English/Celtic origin. The traditional meaning is “Battle, warrior”.
How popular is Chad in Australia?
Chad ranked #94 in Australia in 1983 — given to 77 babies that year.
When was Chad most popular?
Chad peaked in 1980 with 107 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Chad a boy or girl name?
Chad is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Chads in registered births are male.
Is the name Chad rising or falling in popularity?
Chad has fallen 18 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #76 in 1978 to #94 in 1983.
How long has Chad been recorded in Australia?
Chad appears in birth records in Australia across 10 years — from 1974 through 1983.