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Chet vs Lysander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chet

Boy #2,095 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fortified camp, military settlement"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,095
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chet Rank #2,095
Lysander Rank #2,200

Chet is more popular, ranked #2095 vs #2200 for Lysander.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chet or Lysander more popular?

Chet is more popular, ranked #2095 compared to Lysander at #2200 in the United States.

What do Chet and Lysander mean?

Chet means "fortified camp, military settlement" (Latin origin). Lysander means "liberator of men; freer of man" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Chet and Lysander boy or girl names?

Chet is primarily a boy name. Lysander is primarily a boy name.

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