Protector or warrior; also refers to a settlement
Chadd is a variant of Chad, derived from the Old English name Ceadda. It is most famously associated with the 7th-century Saint Chad, who was a prominent abbot and bishop. The name likely has roots in the Celtic word 'cad' meaning battle or the Old English 'cead' referring to a settlement.
Less common today
Chadd isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,231 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Australian international cricketer
American film director and screenwriter
