Chip
Germanic · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Chip
The given name 'Chip' is a diminutive of 'Charles,' derived from the Germanic word *karlaz* meaning "free man." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, notably as a nickname or given name in the United States, with no specific religious association; historically, it gained prominence as a standalone name in the mid-20th century.
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Etymology
The given name 'Chip' is a diminutive of 'Charles,' derived from the Germanic word *karlaz* meaning "free man." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, notably as a nickname or given name in the United States, with no specific religious association; historically, it gained prominence as a standalone name in the mid-20th century.
Chip currently ranks #4,274 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1962.
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