At a glance
- In short
- Chelese is a charming and unique American English name for baby girls, pronounced as shuh-LEES (/ʃəˈliz/). It exudes elegance and sophistication.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1998 (#14,122)
- Babies in 1998
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #8,052 in 1993
- First recorded
- 1971
Meaning of Chelese
Chelese is a charming and unique name for a baby girl. The name has American English origins and is pronounced as shuh-LEES (/ʃəˈliz/). It is also sometimes spelled as Chelise.
While Chelese may not be a widely popular name, it has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States over the years. In the year 1998, there were five recorded occurrences of the name, ranking at 14,121. Other years with recorded instances include 1994 (5 occurrences, rank 13,429), 1993 (10 occurrences, rank 8,050), and 1992 (5 occurrences, rank 13,314).
The associations with the name Chelese are not specifically documented but it exudes an air of elegance and sophistication. The uniqueness of the name adds to its appeal for parents looking for something distinctive for their little girl.
If you're seeking a baby girl's name that is both beautiful and uncommon, Chelese might just be the perfect choice!
How to pronounce Chelese
English
- Pronounced shuh-LEES /ʃəˈliz/
Popularity of Chelese in the U.S.
Chelese was last recorded in the U.S. in 1998, ranked #14,122 with 5 babies. It peaked at #8,052 in 1993. It first appears in the records in 1971.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1971–1998 8 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 | 14,122 | back (not recorded in 1995–1997) |
| 1994 | 5 | 13,430 | ▼ 5,378 |
| 1993 | 10 | 8,052 | ▲ 5,265 |
| 1992 | 5 | 13,317 | back (not recorded in 1991) |
| 1990 | 5 | 12,958 | back (not recorded in 1989) |
| 1988 | 6 | 10,386 | back (not recorded in 1987) |
| 1986 | 5 | 10,912 | back (not recorded in 1972–1985) |
| 1971 | 5 | 8,324 | new |