Chelcie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chelcie is an English name derived from the Old English 'Cealc-hythe,' meaning 'chalk landing place.' The name evolved through various historical forms, including Chelsea. It has gained modern popularity as a trendy variation and is associated with creativity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Chelcie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chelcie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Chelcie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2753rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12233rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Chelcie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chelcie"
Pronunciation
/ˈtʃɛlsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Chelcie is believed to be a variant of the name Chelsea, which has roots in Old English, derived from 'cealc' meaning 'chalk' and 'hythe' meaning 'landing place.'
Meaning
Chalk landing place
Language Evolution
Cealc-hythe (Old English), Chelsea (Middle English), Chelcie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Chelcie gained popularity in the late 20th century as an alternative spelling and variant of Chelsea, often used in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Chelsea, Chelsey, Chelcie
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Chelcie is seen as modern and trendy, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Chelcie Ross, an American actor known for his roles in film and television.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chelcie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Chelcie"
"Chelcie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2753rd of 27321 | 644 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12233rd of 35406 | 114 |
Regional Popularity of "Chelcie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chelcie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.72% 2164th/3685 |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
49.83% 2588th/5194 |
57.84% 3654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chelcie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chelcie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.