Chuna
Of Nepali origin, a name meaning "gray powder or lime".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Chuna. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Chuna today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Chuna births was 2013 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Chuna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Chuna. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2013
5 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2013 SSA rank
#12,484
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Chuna: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Chuna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Chuna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Geography
Where Chunas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Chuna
The given name Chuna has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in ancient India during the Vedic period (c. 1500 BCE–500 BCE). It is derived from the Sanskrit word "chunna," which means "lime" or "plaster." The name is associated with the Hindu religion and culture.
In ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and Puranas, the name Chuna is mentioned as a minor character or as a reference to the lime or plaster used in construction or religious ceremonies. However, there are no major historical figures or personalities recorded with this name during that era.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Chuna can be traced back to the medieval period in India, particularly during the reign of the Gupta Empire (c. 320 CE–550 CE). One notable figure with this name was Chuna, a renowned sculptor and architect who lived during the 5th century CE. He is credited with creating several intricate stone carvings and temples that showcased the architectural brilliance of the Gupta dynasty.
Another historical figure named Chuna was a scholar and poet who lived during the 8th century CE in the region of present-day Rajasthan, India. He is known for his contributions to Sanskrit literature and his poetic works, which explored themes of love, philosophy, and spirituality.
During the Mughal period (c. 1526 CE–1857 CE), a Muslim ruler named Chuna Khan held a prominent position in the court of Emperor Akbar. He served as a military commander and played a significant role in several military campaigns and conquests of the Mughal Empire.
In the 16th century, a Hindu saint and mystic named Chuna Baba lived in the northern region of India. He is revered for his spiritual teachings and is believed to have performed miracles. His followers established a temple in his honor, which still exists today and attracts pilgrims from various parts of the country.
Another notable figure named Chuna was a freedom fighter who participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was actively involved in the non-violent resistance led by Mahatma Gandhi and was imprisoned for his participation in the freedom struggle.
These are just a few examples of historical figures who bore the name Chuna, showcasing its rich heritage and diverse cultural associations throughout the centuries.
People
Chuna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Chuna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Chuna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Chuna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Chuna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Chuna a common name?
We classify Chuna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Chuna most popular?
The single biggest year for Chuna was 2013, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Chuna is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Chuna in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Chuna a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Chuna in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Chuna still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Chuna in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Chuna can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Chuna?
You can see how many Americans are named Chuna on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.