Chelsa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chelsa originates from Old English, meaning 'chalk landing place.' It evolved from the word 'cealc' and the place name Chelsea. The name reflects traits of creativity and modernity, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chelsa"
Pronunciation
/ˈtʃɛlsə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Chelsa is derived from the Old English word 'cealc,' which means 'chalk' or 'limestone.' It is often associated with the place name Chelsea in London, which originally referred to a landing place for chalk.
Meaning
chalk landing place
Language Evolution
Cealc, Celsea, Chelsa
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Chelsea.
Variants & Derivatives
Chelsea, Chellsie, Chella
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Chelsa is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Chelsa Black, Chelsa McCoy
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Indiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chelsa"
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 "Chelsa"
"Chelsa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4267th of 19264 | 220 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2339th of 27321 | 800 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14108th of 35406 | 87 |
Regional Popularity of "Chelsa" 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 "Chelsa" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.78% 2203rd/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
48.27% 2507th/5194 |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chelsa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chelsa" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Chelsa" in the United States
The name Chelsa is most popular in Indiana, 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, Chelsa 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, 'Chelsa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4267th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2339th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14108th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Chelsa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.