Ian vs Chase

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Boy #173 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hunter"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Ian Rank #75

Chase Rank #173

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #173 for Chase.

Is Ian or Chase more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Ian and Chase mean?

Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin).

Are Ian and Chase boy or girl names?

Ian is primarily a boy name. Chase is primarily a boy name.