Boys name · Pennsylvania
Chester in Pennsylvania
Chester was the 864th most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 9 babies named Chester that year. Since 1910, Pennsylvania families have named 9,209 babies Chester.
Popularity over time
Chester in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 54 | 54th |
| 1925 | 254 | 62nd |
| 1941 | 104 | 97th |
| 1956 | 90 | 146th |
| 1972 | 22 | 280th |
| 1987 | 15 | 384th |
| 2007 | 10 | 693rd |
| 2025 | 9 | 864th |
Its rank among boys names in Pennsylvania fell from 54th in 1910 to 864th in 2025.
The most babies named Chester in Pennsylvania in a single year was 382, in 1918. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 1914.
Across the country, Chester reached its best rank of 18th in Kentucky (1910). See Chester in every state →
How popular is Chester in Pennsylvania?
Chester was the 864th most popular boys name in Pennsylvania in 2025, with 9 babies named Chester that year. Since 1910, Pennsylvania families have named 9,209 babies Chester.
How many babies are named Chester in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 9 babies were named Chester in Pennsylvania. The most babies named Chester in Pennsylvania in a single year was 382, in 1918.
What is the rank of Chester in Pennsylvania?
Chester ranked 864th among boys names in Pennsylvania in 2025. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 1914.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.