Chimera
Pronunciation: [ ch-ihm-EHR-uh ]
Chimera is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,448 in the US, popular nicknames include Chi, Chy, and Chiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chimera first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 46 babies have been named Chimera in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chimera is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,448 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,448
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Chimera
Chimera is a girl name .
Chimera is currently ranked #46,448 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chimera include Chi, Chy, Chiie, and Chimie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chimera include Chimamanda . 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