Chinelo
Chinelo is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,042 in the US, popular nicknames include Chi, Chy, and Chiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chinelo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 131 babies have been named Chinelo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chinelo is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,042 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,042
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Chinelo is also used as a boy name, ranked #41290.
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About the Name Chinelo
Chinelo is a girl name .
Is Chinelo a boy or girl name? Chinelo is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #33,042 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #41,290. Chinelo is more commonly used as a girl name.
Chinelo is currently ranked #33,042 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chinelo include Chi, Chy, Chiie, and Chinie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis