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Teller vs Chip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Teller

Boy #3,493 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who tells, narrator, counter of money"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,493
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chip

Boy #3,313 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of Richard, man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,313
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Teller Rank #3,493
Chip Rank #3,313

Chip is more popular, ranked #3313 vs #3493 for Teller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teller or Chip more popular?

Chip is more popular, ranked #3313 compared to Teller at #3493 in the United States.

What do Teller and Chip mean?

Teller means "one who tells, narrator, counter of money" (Middle English origin). Chip means "son of Richard, man" (Old English origin).

Are Teller and Chip boy or girl names?

Teller is primarily a boy name. Chip is primarily a boy name.

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