US Popularity:1329
Origin:British
Meaning:Chalk landing place
Chelsea is a gender-neutral name of British origin meaning “chalk landing place.” This English place name comes from the Old English phrase cealc hyo, a term given to wharves in Chelsea where ships would unload chalk cargo. Chelsea is a melodic name with a world of beautiful variations, including Chelsey, Chelsy, and Chelseigh, providing a vast array of options for naming your little one.

Chelsea Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Chelsea is currently #403 on The Bump
Boy:Chelsea is currently #300 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Chelsea is currently #234 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Chelsea is currently #1329 in U.S. births
Boy:Chelsea is currently #29046 in U.S. births
Girl:Chelsea is currently #1347 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1347
in 2022
- 109
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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