Chaim: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced HY-im · 2 syllables
Chaim means “life”, from Hebrew.
From Hebrew (“life”).
- Meaning
- life
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- HY-im
- US rank (2025)
- #666
- US babies a year
- about 420 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Chaim?
Chaim was the #666 name in the US in 2025, given to 411 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #666 |
| England & Wales | #797 |
How old are people named Chaim?
Half of US adults named Chaim are older than 32; most are between 19 and 67. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Chaim
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Questions about Chaim
What does the name Chaim mean?
Chaim means “life”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Chaim?
Chaim is pronounced HY-im.
How popular is the name Chaim?
Chaim was the #666 name in the US in 2025, given to 411 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Chaim?
Half of US adults named Chaim are older than 32. Most are between 19 and 67.