Chelsa
girl nameChelsa entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #1717 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
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rank today
#1717
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3619 |
| 1970s | #3969 |
| 1980s | #2623 |
| 1990s | #3963 |
| 2000s | #12648 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Chelsa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chelsa alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chelsa in 2025?
- Chelsa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chelsa most popular?
- Chelsa peaked in 1989, reaching #1717 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chelsa with classmates?
- Chelsa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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