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By Sophie Kihm · Jul 2026

Chicago

OriginAmerican place name, Algonquin
Meaning"wild garlic"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Chicago as a boy's name
NB Rank#5653

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The name Chicago peaked for girls at #8471 in 2025. Chicago is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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Famous Chicagos

  • Chicago "Chi" West (b. 2018)

    daughter of rapper Kanye West and TV personality Kim Kardashian (nickname pronounced "shy")

  • Kenneth "Chi" McBride

    American male actor (nicknamed Chi because he hails from Chicago)

Chicago in pop culture

  • "Chicago

    " American musical

  • Chicago

    Illinois, USA

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