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Chazz

♂ Boy

Pronounced CHAZ /ˈtʃæz/Medium

Meaning: A modern short form, usually a nickname for Charles (from Germanic 'ceorl', 'free man') via the pet form Chaz/Chas. The doubled '-zz' is a stylistic choice.Low

In 30 seconds: A cool one-beat name: Chazz is a punchy short form of Charles — 'free man' (said 'CHAZ').
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA modern short form, usually a nickname for Charles (from Germanic 'ceorl', 'free man') via the pet form Chaz/Chas. The doubled '-zz' is a stylistic choice.
U.S. rank (2024)#12624 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1996
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,316

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199619792024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Chazz is a modern short form of Charles, from the Germanic root for 'free man', by way of the pet form Chaz. The doubled '-zz' gives it a stylish edge, seen in figures like actor Chazz Palminteri (said 'CHAZ').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Short, bold, and nickname-style.

Did you know? Chazz is a jazzed-up short form of Charles ('free man'), best known through actor Chazz Palminteri. Short, bold, and modern (said 'CHAZ').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Chazz — Short form of Charles via Chaz; modern styling

Variations

ChazChasCharles

Nicknames

ChazCharlie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Chazz mean?

Chazz is a modern short form of Charles, meaning 'free man'.

How do you pronounce Chazz?

It's said CHAZ /ˈtʃæz/ — one syllable, rhyming with 'jazz'.

Is Chazz a boy or girl name?

Chazz is a boy's name.

How popular is Chazz?

Chazz is a rare name in the U.S.

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