Chicago

Pronunciation: [ sh-uhk-AHG-oh ]

Boy Name #6,826 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Chicago is a boy name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced sh-uhk-AHG-oh.

Parents who love the name Chicago often also consider Charlotte, Christine, Christina .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,826
Total SSA Count: 13

Nicknames

Chi Chy Chiie Chicie

Also a Girl Name

Chicago is also used as a girl name, ranked #8837.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chicago

Is Chicago a boy or girl name?

Chicago is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6826. As a girl name, it is ranked #8837. Chicago is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Chicago?

Chicago is pronounced sh-uhk-AHG-oh.

How popular is the name Chicago?

Chicago is currently ranked #6826 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Chicago?

Common nicknames for Chicago include Chi, Chy, Chiie, and Chicie.

Is Chicago a common or rare name?

Chicago is an uncommon name, ranked #6826 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Chicago

Chicago is a boy name .

Is Chicago a boy or girl name? Chicago is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,826 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,837. Chicago is more commonly used as a boy name.

Chicago is currently ranked #6,826 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Chicago include Chi, Chy, Chiie, and Chicie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.