Good fortune or luck
Derived from the Middle English word 'chaunce,' it originally referred to luck or fortune. While it began as a surname, it has occasionally been used as a given name, often as a diminutive of Chauncey or as a standalone virtue name.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Chancy in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former President of the Alaska State Senate
Professional baseball player in the late 19th century
