"selected, set apart, elected"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Chosen
Pronunciation: [ ch-OHZ-uhn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"divinely appointed, called by God"
Origin: English/Hebrew-influenced
Language: English
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The Story of Chosen
Chosen is a modern English word-name derived from the past participle of choose, from Old English ceosan, related to the Proto-Germanic *keusaną. In religious contexts, 'chosen' carries immense theological weight — the concept of a 'chosen people' (from the Hebrew am segulah) runs through Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. As a given name, Chosen reflects a parent's belief that their child has a special destiny or divine calling.
Chosen emerged as a given name in the 2000s–2010s, primarily in African American and evangelical Christian communities where theologically meaningful names are prized. It sits alongside names like Blessing, Miracle, and Zion in a category of names that are prayers and declarations as much as labels.
The concept of being 'chosen' by God is one of the most profound in Abrahamic theology. In Christian tradition, believers are described as 'a chosen people' (1 Peter 2:9). Naming a child Chosen is an act of spiritual declaration — affirming that the child is valued, set apart, and destined for purpose.
Historical Record
Chosen first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 1,703 babies have been named Chosen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chosen is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #620 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Actor Chosen Jacobs played Mike Hanlon in the 2017 horror film It and its 2019 sequel, giving the name a prominent pop culture association
- The Hebrew equivalent of 'chosen,' Bachir/Mukhtar, is a common given name across the Arab world
Chosen in Other Languages
Arabic
مختار (Mukhtar)
Hebrew
בָּחִיר (Bachir/Chosen)
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Popularity Over Time
#620
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Chosen Jacobs
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2001
American actor known for playing Mike Hanlon in the It horror film series (2017, 2019) and Willie in the Amazon series S...
American actor known for playing Mike Hanlon in the It horror film series (2017, 2019) and Willie in the Amazon series Sneakerella
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #620
- Total SSA Count
- 459
- Cultural Origins
- American African American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chosen
What does the name Chosen mean?
"selected, set apart, elected" (from Old English). "divinely appointed, called by God" (from English/Hebrew-influenced). Chosen is a modern English word-name derived from the past participle of choose, from Old English ceosan, related to the Proto-Germanic *keusaną. In religious contexts, 'chosen' carries immense theological weight — the concept of a 'chosen people' (from the Hebrew am segulah) runs through Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. As a given name, Chosen reflects a parent's belief that their child has a special destiny or divine calling.
What is the origin of the name Chosen?
Chosen has Old English, English/Hebrew-influenced, American, African American, and Christian origins. In Old English, it means "selected, set apart, elected". In English/Hebrew-influenced, it means "divinely appointed, called by God".
Is Chosen a boy or girl name?
Chosen is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #620. As a girl name, it is ranked #1973. Chosen is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Chosen?
Chosen is pronounced ch-OHZ-uhn.
How popular is the name Chosen?
Chosen is currently ranked #620 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chosen?
Common nicknames for Chosen include Cho, Chos, Chosy, Chosie, Chy, Chie, and Chokins.
What are good middle names for Chosen?
Popular middle name pairings include Chosen Michael, Chosen James, Chosen Elijah, Chosen Gabriel, Chosen Isaiah, Chosen David, and Chosen Emmanuel.
What are good sibling names for Chosen?
Names that pair well with Chosen as siblings include Blessing, Faith, Zion, Miracle, Eden, Heaven, and Legend.
How many syllables does Chosen have?
Chosen has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chosen a common or rare name?
Chosen is moderately common, ranked #620 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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Are there other spellings for Chosen?
Related spellings include Chosyn.
About the Name Chosen
Chosen is a boy name with American, African American, and Christian origins . The name means "selected, set apart, elected" in Old English .
Is Chosen a boy or girl name? Chosen is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #620 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,973. Chosen is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chosen is currently ranked #620 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Chosen has 2 syllables and is pronounced ch-OHZ-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chosen include Cho, Chos, Chosy, Chosie, Chy, Chie, and Chokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chosen include Chosyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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