Chelene
Chelene is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,240 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
Chelene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 22 babies have been named Chelene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chelene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,240 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,240
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Chelene
Chelene is a girl name .
Chelene is currently ranked #28,240 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chelene include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Chelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chelene 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