Chase
Meaning of Chase
Chase is a traditionally male name of English origin. The name, pronounced as "chays" (/tʃeɪz/), is derived from the Old French 'chacier' or 'chasser' meaning "to hunt". This dynamic and energetic name has an alternative spelling variant: Chayse. Over the years, the popularity of Chase has seen a significant increase in the United States. In 1885, it was ranked 936th, but by 2015 it had jumped to a high of 74th place on the list of most popular baby names. Although its ranking has fluctuated slightly since then, it remains a well-liked choice among parents today.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as chays (/tʃeɪz/)
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Notable People Named Chase
| Chase Elliott is a successful American stock car racing driver who competes in the NASCAR Cup Series and made history as the youngest champion in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. |
| Chase Cameron Utley, known as "the Man" and "Silver Fox," is a retired American professional baseball second baseman who played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning six All-Star selections and winning a World Series in 2008. |
| Chase Young is an American football defensive end known for his record-breaking college career at Ohio State University and his current position with the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. |
| Chase Rice is an American country music singer, songwriter, and reality television personality who gained fame as a contestant on Survivor: Nicaragua and later found success in the country music industry. |
| Chase Claypool is a Canadian American football wide receiver known for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers and currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. |
| Chase Edmonds is an American football running back who currently plays for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL, having previously played for the Arizona Cardinals, Miami Dolphins, and Denver Broncos. |
| Chase Iron Eyes is a prominent Native American activist, attorney, and politician from the Oglala Sioux Tribe, known for his work with the Lakota People's Law Project and Last Real Indians. |
| Chase Alan Hooper is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). |
| James Alexander Chase Stokes is an American actor recognized for his portrayal of John Booker Routledge in the Netflix series Outer Banks. |
