"pursuer, one who chases"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Chase
Pronunciation: [ ch-AYS ]
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Bold and energetic — a hunter's name for spirited girls
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The Story of Chase
Chase derives from the Old French 'chacier' meaning to hunt, which came into English after the Norman Conquest. As a given name, it originated as an occupational surname for hunters. While predominantly used for boys in earlier generations, Chase has been increasingly embraced as a girl's name in the 21st century, part of the broader trend of traditionally masculine names crossing to feminine use.
Chase for girls gained momentum in the 2010s alongside other gender-neutral name crossings like Hunter, Blake, and Parker. Parents of daughters are drawn to names that project strength and energy without being traditionally feminine.
The occupational surname tradition in English naming has made words like Hunter, Mason, and Chase available as given names regardless of gender. Chase for girls represents the American valuing of assertiveness and action-oriented qualities for daughters.
Historical Record
Chase first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 3,762 babies have been named Chase in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chase is past its peak , currently ranked #3,337 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Chase originated as an occupational surname for medieval hunters in Norman England
- Chase is currently ranked in the top 100 names for boys in the US; its use for girls is a modern development
- Salmon P. Chase, Lincoln's Treasury Secretary, bore this surname — his face appeared on the $1 bill
Chase in Other Languages
French
Chasseuse
German
Jägerin
Italian
Cacciatrice
Spanish
Cazadora
Japanese
チェース
Popularity Over Time
#3,337
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1997
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #3,337
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Cha
Chy
Chie
Chakins
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chase
What does the name Chase mean?
"pursuer, one who chases" (from Old French). Chase derives from the Old French 'chacier' meaning to hunt, which came into English after the Norman Conquest. As a given name, it originated as an occupational surname for hunters. While predominantly used for boys in earlier generations, Chase has been increasingly embraced as a girl's name in the 21st century, part of the broader trend of traditionally masculine names crossing to feminine use.
What is the origin of the name Chase?
Chase has Old French, American, and English origins. In Old French, it means "pursuer, one who chases".
Is Chase a boy or girl name?
Chase is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3337. As a boy name, it is ranked #173. Chase is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Chase?
Chase is pronounced ch-AYS.
How popular is the name Chase?
Chase is currently ranked #3337 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chase?
Common nicknames for Chase include Cha, Chy, Chie, and Chakins.
What are good middle names for Chase?
Popular middle name pairings include Chase Elizabeth, Chase Marie, Chase Lynn, Chase Nicole, Chase Anne, and Chase Renee.
What are good sibling names for Chase?
Names that pair well with Chase as siblings include Brooke, Blake, Riley, Parker, Hunter, Sloane, and Drew.
How many syllables does Chase have?
Chase has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chase a common or rare name?
Chase is an uncommon name, ranked #3337 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Chase?
Are there other spellings for Chase?
Related spellings include Chasity.
About the Name Chase
Chase is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "pursuer, one who chases" in Old French .
Is Chase a boy or girl name? Chase is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,337 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #173. Chase is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chase is currently ranked #3,337 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Chase has 1 syllable and is pronounced ch-AYS, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chase include Cha, Chy, Chie, and Chakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chase include Chasity . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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