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Chaney originates from the Old French 'Chanel', referring to a small canal or stream. The name has evolved through several forms, including 'Chanel' and 'Chane', before becoming 'Chaney' in modern English. It carries the meaning of 'canal' or 'stream'. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Historically, it gained popularity as a surname in the medieval period and later transitioned to a given name, reflecting a sense of individuality and creativity in contemporary contexts.

The name Chaney is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chaney has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Chaney' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6197th out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4802nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4872nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6882nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3726th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7452nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6155th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4210th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4271st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7509th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chaney' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.