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Chesley

Chesley: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

Meaning and origin of Chesley

  • A male given name.

How popular is Chesley?

11U.S. babies in 2025
#636peak rank (1894)
2,919babies since 1880

Since 1880, 625 girls and 2,294 boys in the U.S. have been named Chesley (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3267 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #636 in 1894. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Chesley FAQ

What does the name Chesley mean?

A male given name.

How popular is the name Chesley?

Since 1880, 625 girls and 2,294 boys in the U.S. have been named Chesley (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3267 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #636 in 1894. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Chesley a boy or girl name?

Chesley is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (625 girls and 2,294 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.