Chad

warlike, battle

GenderBoyOriginAnglo-SaxonSay itCHADPopularityfamiliar as a modern name but rare as a saint-name choice
Pronounced CHAD

About the name Chad

Chad, brother of Cedd, was a humble bishop of Lichfield famous for walking his diocese on foot out of humility. It carries surprising depth for such a familiar-sounding name.

Humble and dutiful, refusing comfort even when offered.

Fun fact

Lichfield Cathedral was founded on the site associated with his ministry and burial.

Variations

Ceadda

Famous people named Chad

  • Saint Chad of Mercia (bishop of Lichfield)

Sibling name ideas

CeddCynibilCaelinEtheldreda

Similar names

Cedduncertain, ancient short-formBedeprayerAidanLittle fireBotolphboat-help / herald wolfCeolwulfkeel wolf / ship wolfErconwaldgenuine powerGuthlacbattle giftOswinefriend of God, divine friend

Themes

StrongFaithShort & sweet
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