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Chesney
GirlMeaning of Chesney: English: 'oak grove'
Chesney is a girl's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2673rd most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2673
61 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
2,821
First recorded 1970 · peak 2005
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
6% boys · 94% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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