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Chuck

This name is a diminutive of Charles.

Quick answer

Chuck is a boy name.

GenderBoy
Language familyEnglish

Meaning and history

This name is a diminutive of Charles. It originated in America in the early 20th century. Two famous bearers of this name were pilot Chuck Yeager (1923-2020), the first man to travel faster than the speed of sound, and the musician Chuck Berry (1926-2017), one of the pioneers of rock music.

Notes and context

Usage: english