NAME PROFILE
Chaz
Chaz is a friendly diminutive of Charles, meaning 'free man.' it has a charming, street-smart energy and suggests a personality that is charismatic, socially adept, and vibrant.
Key Stats
| Total births | 10,074 |
| Gender | Male (74% / 26%) |
| Peak year | 1988 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1978 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | German, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 22%CA — 20%OH — 20%FL — 19%LA — 19%
Notable People
Chaz Bono (Activist/Writer) · Chaz Jankel (Musician) · Chaz Davies (Racer) · Chaz Roe (Athlete) · Chaz Green (Athlete)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Charles
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