Find out how popular the first name Chancey has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chancey by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Chancey is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 62% of people named Chancey being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Chancey.

It's also interesting to see that despite Chancey being historically a mostly male name, the most recent data from 2023 shows a shift in the trend, with more female babies being named Chancey.

The history of the first name Chancey

The name Chancey finds its origins in the Old French word "chance," which means "luck" or "fortune." This name emerged during the Middle Ages in regions where French was spoken, such as parts of modern-day France, Belgium, and Switzerland.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Chancey can be traced back to a 13th-century French manuscript, where it was used to refer to a person's fortunate circumstances. The name was likely bestowed upon individuals who were born into prosperous families or were believed to have been blessed with good luck.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Chancey de Montfort was a prominent merchant in the city of Lyon, France. His success in trade and business ventures contributed to the association of the name with prosperity and good fortune.

During the Renaissance period, the name Chancey gained popularity among the nobility and upper classes, who often named their children with names that symbolized their aspirations for wealth and success. One such example is Chancey de Valois, a French noblewoman born in 1512, who was known for her lavish lifestyle and patronage of the arts.

In the 17th century, a famous English playwright named Chancey Marlowe (1564-1593) gained recognition for his works, including the renowned play "Doctor Faustus." His literary contributions helped to further spread the use of the name across Europe.

Another historical figure bearing the name Chancey was Chancey de Montaigne (1533-1592), a French Renaissance philosopher and writer, best known for his influential essay collection "Essais." His writings explored themes of luck, fortune, and the human condition, further solidifying the name's association with philosophical and intellectual pursuits.

As the name Chancey traversed various cultures and time periods, it maintained its connotations of good luck, prosperity, and success. While its usage may have waxed and waned over the centuries, the name continues to carry a rich history and symbolism that reflects the aspirations of those who bestowed it upon their children.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Chancey was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Chancey, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!