Chelsea
girl name#851 in 2025Chelsea entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #15 in 1992, ranks #851 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1910–2025
#851
rank today
#15
peak (1992)
319
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3629 |
| 1920s | #4291 |
| 1930s | #4388 |
| 1940s | #4622 |
| 1950s | #5073 |
| 1960s | #4515 |
| 1970s | #545 |
| 1980s | #143 |
| 1990s | #51 |
| 2000s | #190 |
| 2010s | #329 |
| 2020s | #720 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Chelsea has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 160,000 people named Chelsea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chelsea alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chelsea in 2025?
- Chelsea ranks #851 among US girl names in 2025, with 319 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chelsea most popular?
- Chelsea peaked in 1992, reaching #15 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chelsea with classmates?
- Chelsea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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