Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈʌki] (IPA) 
The name "Chuckie" is often used as a nickname for people named Charles or as a character name in movies and TV shows. The spelling of "Chuckie" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /ˈtʃʌki/. This means that the "ch" sound is pronounced like a "tʃ" and the "u" is pronounced as a short "ʌ" sound. The "ie" at the end is pronounced like a long "i" sound, making "Chuckie" a unique and recognizable name.
Chuckie is a colloquial term commonly used as a noun to refer to a small quality toy, specifically a doll that resembles a child. This term is often associated with the popular children's toy brand, "My Buddy," and has gained recognition through its inclusion in various forms of entertainment media, particularly in television shows and movies. However, it can also be used as an adjective to describe something or someone that is diminutive or endearing in nature.
Chuckie can additionally refer to a character from the widely known animated TV series "Rugrats." In this context, Chuckie is one of the main characters, a toddler who is known for his timid personality and being easily scared. The term may also allude to a person's name, typically Charles or Chuck, serving as a nickname or shorthand version.
Outside of these popularized references, Chuckie does not possess any widespread dictionary definition. It remains primarily associated with the aforementioned uses, serving as an endearing term for small dolls or toys, an adjective suggesting diminutiveness, or connoting the character from "Rugrats."
The word "Chuckie" is a diminutive form of the name Charles. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German name "Karl", meaning "man" or "free man". Charles is a name of Germanic origin and was introduced to England by the Normans in the form of "Carl". Over time, the name evolved into various diminutive forms, such as Chucky or Chuckie, which are commonly used as affectionate or informal nicknames for someone named Charles.
