Chucky

Diminutive of Charles

Chucky Origin and Meaning

The name Chucky is a boy's name.

Chucky is primarily known as a diminutive or nickname form of Charles, which has Germanic origins meaning 'free man' or 'manly.' The name gained notable recognition through the horror film character 'Chucky,' a possessed doll featured in the Child's Play franchise beginning in 1988. Before the films, it was simply an affectionate nickname, often used for young boys named Charles, Charlie, or Chuck. The name has a playful, friendly sound that contrasts with its horror film associations. While rarely used as a formal given name, Chucky still appears occasionally as a nickname or informal name. Its popularity as a given name declined after the horror films, though some parents might choose it for its friendly, approachable quality, particularly if it has family significance.

Famous People Named Chucky

• Clarence "Chucky" Brown American basketball player
• Kenneth Lavon "Chucky" Atkins American basketball player
• Carl E. "Chucky" Thompson American music producer

The name Chucky in Pop Culture

• Chucky evil doll in the Child's Play horror movie series
• Charles "Chucky The Enforcer" Pancamo character on TV's "Oz"