Cheval
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cheval first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 6 babies have been named Cheval in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cheval is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,760 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,760
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Cheval
Cheval is a boy name .
Cheval is currently ranked #16,760 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cheval include Che, Chev, Chevy, Chevie, Chy, Chie, and Chekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cheval include Chevy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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