Chelsea

Rank 692nd Girl Name

In 2022, the name Chelsea was 692nd most popular baby name for girls and 1,325th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 421 babies were named Chelsea in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 8,000 babies in the United States were named Chelsea. Today, the average age of someone named Chelsea is around 30 to 33 years old.

The name "Chelsea" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Chelsea is Chels.

Chelsea Meaning & Origin

Chelsea is a name of Old English origin meaning "chalk landing place," often evoking thoughts of sophistication, grace, and creativity, and it's also associated with the trendy and upscale neighborhood in London and New York.

The name Chelsea is described as chic, ambitious and artistic.

Pronunciation

Chelsea is pronounced chel-see in English. The name Chelsea has 7 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Chelsea

  • Chelsea is a neighborhood located in the borough of Manhattan in New York City. It renowned for its vibrant art scene, including the Chelsea Art District which is home to over 200 art galleries.

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Geography

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