Boys name · Pennsylvania
Chester in Pennsylvania
In 2025, 9 babies born in Pennsylvania were named Chester, making it the #864 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 9,209.
Popularity over time
Chester in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 54 | #54 |
| 1925 | 254 | #62 |
| 1941 | 104 | #97 |
| 1956 | 90 | #146 |
| 1972 | 22 | #280 |
| 1987 | 15 | #384 |
| 2007 | 10 | #693 |
| 2025 | 9 | #864 |
Chester had its most births in Pennsylvania in 1918, when 382 babies were given the name. Chester's highest rank in Pennsylvania was #41, set in 1914.
Rank swung between #41 (1914) and #1269 (2018) in Pennsylvania, from #54 in 1910 to #864 in 2025.
Nationally, Chester's strongest state was Kentucky, where it hit #18 in 1910. See Chester in every state →
How popular is Chester in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 9 babies born in Pennsylvania were named Chester, making it the #864 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 9,209.
How many babies are named Chester in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania recorded 9 births of babies named Chester in 2025.
What is the rank of Chester in Pennsylvania?
Chester ranked #864 among boys names in Pennsylvania in 2025.
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.