Chun
Pronunciation: [ ch-UHN ]
Chun is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,144 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chun first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 10 babies have been named Chun in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chun is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,144 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,144
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Chun is also used as a boy name, ranked #40058.
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About the Name Chun
Chun is a girl name .
Is Chun a boy or girl name? Chun is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #66,144 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #40,058. Chun is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chun is currently ranked #66,144 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis