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Updated November 25, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Chester

  • Gender: Male
  • Origin: English
  • Meaning: A Fortress, Camp
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What is the meaning of the name Chester?

The name Chester is primarily a male name of English origin that means A Fortress, Camp.

Short for ROCHESTER. Chester Gould, creator of comic "Dick Tracy"

People who like the name Chester also like:

Arthur, Henry, Oliver, Felix, Benjamin, Asher, Jasper, Aurora, Charlotte, Alice, Penelope, Hazel, Scarlett, Violet

Names like Chester:

Cathaoir, Citro, Cutter, Catori, Castor, Chatura, Cathair, Cedar, Couture, Citra, Cytheria, Castro, Cheddar, Ceteria, Caitir

Stats for the Name Chester

checkmark Chester is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Chester is currently not ranked in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Chester:

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1. Potential for teasing or bullying due to the name's association with the term "chest" or "chest hair."
2. Perceived as an old-fashioned or outdated name, which may lead to social stigma or difficulty fitting in with peers.
3. Difficulty in finding personalized items such as keychains, mugs, or license plates with the name Chester.
4. Possible mispronunciations or misspellings of the name, leading to constant corrections and misunderstandings.
5. Limited nickname options, as Chester does not lend itself easily to common nicknames like Chris for Christopher or Mike for Michael.

Songs about Chester

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Chester Nimitz Oriental Garden Waltz - Austin Lounge Lizards
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Chester the Molester - Sloan
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Chester Woolah - Austin Lounge Lizards