Chen
Chen first appears in US records in 1977. It peaked in 1983, when 9 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Chen popular?
Declining Chen is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1983 peak.
| 2020s | 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 55 | |
| 2000s | 50 | |
| 1990s | 39 | |
| 1980s | 20 | |
| 1970s | 7 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Chen mean?
Chen is commonly the character 晨, “morning, dawn,” among other characters.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chen mean?
Chen means Morning, dawn (晨). Chen is commonly the character 晨, “morning, dawn,” among other characters.
What is the origin of the name Chen?
Chen is of Chinese origin.
How do you pronounce Chen?
Chen is pronounced “CHUN.”
Is Chen a boy or a girl name?
Chen is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Chen a popular name right now?
Chen is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1983 peak.
When was the name Chen most popular?
Chen was most popular in 1983, when about 9 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Chen?
Names similar to Chen include Feng, Jie, Kang, Yong, Ming.
What names go well with Chen?
Chinese names that pair well with Chen include Long, Mei, Lan, Xia, Hao.