Challis
Pronunciation: [ sh-AL-ee ]
Challis is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,793 in the US, popular nicknames include Cha, Chy, and Chaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Challis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 87 babies have been named Challis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Challis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,793 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,793
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Challis is also used as a boy name, ranked #34479.
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About the Name Challis
Challis is a girl name .
Is Challis a boy or girl name? Challis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,793 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,479. Challis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Challis is currently ranked #36,793 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Challis include Cha, Chy, Chaie, and Chalie. 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