Chad
Meaning of Chad
The name Chad is a strong, classic male name with English origins. Pronounced as CHAD (/tʃæd/), it has maintained a steady presence in baby naming trends over the years. The name saw its peak popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s, reaching as high as the 25th rank in 1972. Although its usage has declined since then, Chad remains a recognizable and solid choice for parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name for their son. A notable variation of the name is Chadd, which adds a unique twist while retaining the same robust sound. Throughout history, Chad has been associated with figures such as Saint Chad of Mercia, an Anglo-Saxon bishop who was instrumental in spreading Christianity in England during the 7th century. This historical connection imbues the name with a sense of legacy and timelessness, making it an enduring favorite among baby names.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as CHAD (/tʃæd/)
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Notable People Named Chad
| Chad le Clos - Chad Guy Bertrand le Clos is a South African competitive swimmer with multiple Olympic, World, and Commonwealth Games titles and records in various swimming events. |
| Chad Steven Henne is a former American football quarterback known for his successful 15-season career in the NFL and his college football achievements at Michigan. |
| Chad Michael Murray is an American actor, writer, and former model known for his lead role as Lucas Scott in One Tree Hill and recurring roles in several popular teen drama series. |
| Chad Eduardo Mendes is a former professional bare-knuckle boxer, mixed martial artist, and collegiate wrestler known for his time in the UFC and current involvement with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC). |
| Chad Allen is a retired American actor and psychologist known for his roles in popular TV shows such as Our House, My Two Dads, and Dr. Quinn: Medicine Woman. |
| Chad Robert Kroeger is a Canadian musician known as the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Nickelback, and has also collaborated with other artists as a guest musician and songwriter. |
| Chad Marshall is a retired American professional soccer player known for his successful 16-year career in Major League Soccer, playing for Columbus Crew and Seattle Sounders FC and winning the MLS Defender of the Year Award three times. |
| Chad Lowe - Charles Davis Lowe II is an American actor known for his Emmy Award-winning role in Life Goes On and for his appearances in TV shows like ER, Melrose Place, 24, and Pretty Little Liars. |
| Chad Meredith Hurley is an American webmaster and businessman known for co-founding YouTube and serving as its CEO before selling the company to Google for $1.65 billion. |
| Chad Gray is an American singer famous for being the lead vocalist of heavy metal bands Mudvayne and Hellyeah. |
| Chad Stahelski is an American stuntman and film director known for directing the John Wick film series and for his work as a stuntman and coordinator on various films. |
| Chad Blount is an American former stock car racing driver who competed in all three of NASCAR's major series until 2010. |
| Chad Knight is an American contemporary artist and professional skateboarder from Portland, Oregon. |
| Chad Wicks - Charles Wicks, also known as Chad Toland and Chad Dick, is a retired American professional wrestler who gained fame during his time with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). |
| Chad Oliver Scott is a former American football cornerback who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots after being drafted in the first round of the 1997 NFL Draft. |
