Chard
Pronunciation: [ ch-AHRD ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chard first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 5 babies have been named Chard in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chard is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,555 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,555
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Sanskrit origin
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About the Name Chard
Chard is a boy name .
Chard is currently ranked #26,555 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chard include Cha, Chy, and Chaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chard include Charles, Charlie, Charley, Charleston, Charly . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis