Chelia
Chelia is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,721 in the US, popular nicknames include Che, Chy, and Cheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chelia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 12 babies have been named Chelia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chelia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,721 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,721
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Chelia
Chelia is a girl name .
Chelia is currently ranked #21,721 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chelia include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Chelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chelia include Chelsea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis