Chelan
girl nameChelan entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #6611 in 1976, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#6611
peak (1976)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6611 |
| 1980s | #10682 |
| 1990s | #11335 |
| 2000s | #13154 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chelan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chelan alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chelan in 2025?
- Chelan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chelan most popular?
- Chelan peaked in 1976, reaching #6611 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chelan with classmates?
- Chelan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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