Percival vs Chauncey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percival

Boy #1,765 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"pierce the valley"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #2,993 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"chancellor, keeper of records"

Origin: Old French

English American French

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Percival Rank #1,765

Chauncey Rank #2,993

Percival is more popular, ranked #1765 vs #2993 for Chauncey.

Is Percival or Chauncey more popular?

Percival is more popular, ranked #1765 compared to Chauncey at #2993 in the United States.

What do Percival and Chauncey mean?

Percival means "pierce the valley" (Old French origin). Chauncey means "chancellor, keeper of records" (Old French origin).

Are Percival and Chauncey boy or girl names?

Percival is primarily a boy name. Chauncey is primarily a boy name.