Chad

Chad is a masculine given name of Anglo-Saxon/Welsh origins. It is the modernized form of the Old English given name Ceadda, influenced by the Welsh word cad meaning "battle". It is also a short form (hypocorism) of Charles and Chadwick.

The name fell in use during the Renaissance, but never disappeared. It reappeared in force around the mid 1960's, first seen & identified w/ "surfer"-types in California - likely rediscovered by that era's "counter-culture" parents looking for new uncommon "old" names w/ deep meanings & heritage.

American Meaning:
The name Chad is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Chad is: Name of a saint.
Celtic Meaning:
The name Chad is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Chad is: Defence.
English Meaning:
The name Chad is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Chad is: Protector; defender. English form of a Welsh name meaning battle or warring. Famous bearer: 7th- century bishop St Chad founded the Samaritans, a charitable organization providing service for the suicidal and despairing.

Characteristics of Chad

Mystical
Wise
Eccentric
Intuitive
Imaginative
Philosophical
Solitary

“I know a Chad, he’s like nobody else in the world”

by Somegirl6 November 05, 2018