Chubby
Pronunciation: [ ch-UHB-ee ]
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Chubby first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 14 babies have been named Chubby in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chubby is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,944 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #31,944
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Old French d'Este origin
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About the Name Chubby
Chubby is a boy name .
Chubby is currently ranked #31,944 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chubby include Chu, Chub, Chuby, Chubie, Chy, Chie, and Chukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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