Find out how popular the first name Chelsie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chelsie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Chelsie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 22 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Chelsie.

The history of the first name Chelsie

The name Chelsie is a modern English variant of the placename Chelsea, which itself is derived from the Old English words "chalc" and "hythe," meaning "chalk" and "landing place" respectively. This suggests that the area now known as Chelsea in London was once a riverside landing place on chalky soil.

In its earliest recorded forms from the 11th century, the placename was spelled as "Chelcheya" and "Chelchithe." Over time, it evolved into the more familiar "Chelsea" spelling by the 16th century. The given name Chelsie emerged as a feminine diminutive form of Chelsea, likely in the 20th century.

While the name Chelsie does not have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its placename origins in Chelsea have been documented in various historical records and chronicles of London over the centuries.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Chelsie was Chelsie Lynn Arrington, an American actress born in 1988. Another notable bearer of the name was Chelsie Hill, an American country music singer-songwriter born in 1990.

In the realm of sports, Chelsie Giles was a British Olympic boxer who competed in the 2012 London Olympics. Chelsie Aryn Reid is a Canadian soccer player who has represented Canada's national team since 2013.

Lastly, Chelsie Hightower is an American professional ballroom dancer and choreographer, best known for her appearances on the television show "Dancing with the Stars" from 2007 to 2013.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the name Chelsie who have gained recognition in various fields throughout history. While the name itself is relatively modern, its roots can be traced back to the Old English origins of the placename Chelsea.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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