"from Chalon; city on the Saone river in Burgundy, France"
Origin: French
Language: French
Chalon
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A French-origin name with quiet elegance and Burgundian heritage
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The Story of Chalon
Chalon derives from the French city Chalon-sur-Saone in Burgundy, one of the oldest cities in France. The city name itself comes from the Latin Cabillonum, named after the Gaulish tribe the Calones. The name carries the refinement and wine country heritage of one of France's most historic regions.
Chalon is extremely rare as a given name, used occasionally in French-speaking regions and by American parents drawn to its sophisticated French sound. Its rarity makes it genuinely distinctive.
Chalon-sur-Saone in Burgundy is famous for hosting the world's first photograph, taken by Nicephore Niepce who was born there in 1765. The city also gave the world chalonnaise cooking, part of the great Burgundian culinary tradition.
Historical Record
Chalon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 133 babies have been named Chalon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chalon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,130 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Chalon-sur-Saone was home to Nicephore Niepce, who created the world's first photograph in 1826
- The Saone river flowing through Chalon has been a trade route since Roman times
- Chalon also shares phonetic similarities with Shalom, the Hebrew word for peace
Chalon in Other Languages
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Cabillonum
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Popularity Over Time
#63,130
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #63,130
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- French American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Chali
Lon
Shay
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Middle Names
Middle Names for Chalon
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chalon
What does the name Chalon mean?
"from Chalon; city on the Saone river in Burgundy, France" (from French). Chalon derives from the French city Chalon-sur-Saone in Burgundy, one of the oldest cities in France. The city name itself comes from the Latin Cabillonum, named after the Gaulish tribe the Calones. The name carries the refinement and wine country heritage of one of France's most historic regions.
What is the origin of the name Chalon?
Chalon has French and American origins. In French, it means "from Chalon; city on the Saone river in Burgundy, France".
Is Chalon a boy or girl name?
Chalon is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #63130. As a boy name, it is ranked #29572. Chalon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Chalon?
Chalon is currently ranked #63130 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chalon?
Common nicknames for Chalon include Chali, Lon, and Shay.
What are good middle names for Chalon?
Popular middle name pairings include Chalon Marie, Chalon Claire, Chalon Elise, Chalon Nicole, and Chalon Renee.
What are good sibling names for Chalon?
Names that pair well with Chalon as siblings include Colette, Camille, Simone, Celeste, and Remy.
How many syllables does Chalon have?
Chalon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chalon a common or rare name?
Chalon is an uncommon name, ranked #63130 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Chalon
Chalon is a girl name with French and American origins . The name means "from Chalon; city on the Saone river in Burgundy, France" in French .
Is Chalon a boy or girl name? Chalon is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #63,130 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,572. Chalon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chalon is currently ranked #63,130 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Chalon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chalon include Chali, Lon, and Shay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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