Chuy

An uncommon Spanish pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's nameSpanishNot ranked recently Also a pet name
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Meaning & Origin

Chuy is a boy's baby name of Spanish origin, a Mexican Spanish nickname for Jesus meaning 'God saves' or 'salvation,' from the Hebrew Yeshua. It is a warm, informal name deeply embedded in Mexican and Latin American Catholic culture.

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Popularity Over Time

Chuy has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2002.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Chuy
DecadeBirthsTrend
2000s11

Year-by-Year Data

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Year-by-year popularity data for the name Chuy
YearBirthsRank
20075#12694
20026#9586

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Chuy has two lives

Chuy, the baby name
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Chuy, the pet name
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (20022007) · Methodology