Chaka
Chaka is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,530 in the US, popular nicknames include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chaka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 841 babies have been named Chaka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chaka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,530 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,530
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Chaka is also used as a boy name, ranked #16667.
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About the Name Chaka
Chaka is a girl name .
Is Chaka a boy or girl name? Chaka is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #34,530 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #16,667. Chaka is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chaka is currently ranked #34,530 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chaka include Cha, Chy, and Chaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis