Chuck

Updated: September 13, 2021 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Many people think of Chuck as a nickname for Charles or Charlie, but for decades it was a given name in its own right. It's short, sweet and to the point, and pairs well with most multi-syllable middle names. Chuck also comes with a variety of celebrity and pop culture influences. Some say this “grandpa name” is ready for a comeback.

Meaning of the name Chuck:

German: Free man
English: Free man
French: Free man

Origin of the name Chuck:

Chuck is a derivative of the name Charles, which is derived from the German name “Karl.”

Symbolism of the name Chuck:

The baby name Chuck is largely associated with pop culture these days, including game show hosts, rock musicians and actions stars. For this reason, modern parents may see the name as a symbol of pop culture or entertainment.

Style of the name Chuck:

Modern

Gender of the name Chuck:

Chuck is a boy's name.

Pronunciation of the name Chuck:

CHUHK

Number of syllables in the name Chuck:

One

Emotion evoked from the name Chuck:

The baby name Chuck evokes images of someone who is likeable and good-natured.

Alternative spellings for the name Chuck:

N/A

Nicknames for the name Chuck:

Charlie
Chucky

Popularity of the name Chuck:

Chuck was on the list of the top 1,000 baby names for boys in the United States from 1932 until 1979. According to the Social Security Administration, it last ranked at number 990 in 1979.