Chelby
girl nameChelby entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #3036 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#3036
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6484 |
| 1980s | #10879 |
| 1990s | #3900 |
| 2000s | #7685 |
| 2010s | #14030 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Chelby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chelby alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chelby in 2025?
- Chelby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chelby most popular?
- Chelby peaked in 1991, reaching #3036 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chelby with classmates?
- Chelby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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