Childress
A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1506US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Childress mean and where does it come from?

Childress is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Childress carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1506 in 2015 — currently #1506 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Childress?

Childress works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Childress Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Childress Rose
Floral · soft ending
Childress Mae
Sweet · timeless
Childress Claire
French influence · crisp
Childress Jane
Literary · strong
Childress Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Childress right now?

Holding steady — currently #1506 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1506 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#150610stable
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💎Childress is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Childress?

Common
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Famous people named Childress

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Childress (historical community leader)
Childress led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Common questions about the name Childress

What does the name Childress mean?
Childress means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Childress?
Childress is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Childress?
Childress originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Childress a common or rare name?
Childress is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Childress more of a girl or boy name?
Childress is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.