Chet vs Gene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chet

Boy #2,095 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"fortified camp, military settlement"

Origin: Latin

American English

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

American English French

15 High Risk

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Chet Rank #2,095

Gene Rank #1,910

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #2095 for Chet.

Is Chet or Gene more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Chet at #2095 in the United States.

What do Chet and Gene mean?

Chet means "fortified camp, military settlement" (Latin origin). Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin).

Are Chet and Gene boy or girl names?

Chet is primarily a boy name. Gene is primarily a boy name.