Chance

Meaning of Chance

It refers to luck, fortune, or opportunity. The name suggests someone who is fortunate or takes opportunities.

Chance has Old French roots — browse every Old French baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Chance

Chance has cooled off, slipping to #442 in 2025, down from a peak of #212 in 2000.

Notable people named Chance

• Chance the Rapper
  Grammy-winning hip-hop artist
• Chance Perdomo
  Actor, 'Gen V', 'Sabrina'
• Chance Sisco
  Major League Baseball catcher
• Chance Morris
  Popular Twitch streamer, Sodapoppin
• Chance Myers
  Former professional soccer player

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Questions about the name Chance

What does the name Chance mean?

Chance means it refers to luck, fortune, or opportunity. the name suggests someone who is fortunate or takes opportunities, and it comes from Old French origins.

Is Chance a boy's or a girl's name?

Chance is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Chance?

In 2025, Chance ranked #442 for boys, down from #418 the year before.

When was Chance most popular?

Chance peaked at #212 in 2000.