Chelly
Girl nameChelly has been given to 152 babies in the U.S. since 1959. It peaked in 1964.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
152
Peak year
1964 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1959
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Chelly — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chelly.
Sibling name ideas for Chelly
Same era and popularity as Chelly, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Chelly?
Chelly has been given to 152 babies in the U.S. since 1959. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Chelly peak?
Chelly peaked in 1964, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Chelly a girl or boy name?
Chelly is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Chelly are girls).
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