Chazz

Chazz is a masculine name that emerged as a shortened form of Charles or as a stylized version of Chaz. Charles itself comes from Germanic origins meaning 'free man' or 'warrior.' The distinctive double 'z' ending gives Chazz a contemporary, edgy quality compared to traditional variations. The name gained recognition through figures like actor Chazz Palminteri, elevating it from nickname status to a standalone given name. Chazz projects a cool, confident image with its sharp consonant sounds and compact structure. While never extremely common, it reached modest usage in the 1990s and 2000s. Parents might choose Chazz seeking a name that sounds modern and charismatic while still connecting to traditional naming patterns.

Chazz is also given to girls.

Pronounced CHAZ.

As of October 2026, Chazz ranked #14588 in US births in 1998 SSA, peaked at #9650 in 1992.