Holding steady.
Popularity of Chessie since 1888
Babies named Chessie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1912, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Chessie's real moment was 1889.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 15 |
| 1890s | 24 |
| 1900s | 70 |
| 1910s | 105 |
| 1920s | 112 |
| 1930s | 57 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 87 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chessie first appears in U.S. Social Security records in 1888, making it a name from the late 19th century. Its peak year came just one year later, in 1889, though it never achieved top-tier popularity. The name has maintained a stable trajectory over time, never seeing a significant revival. Chessie is not tied to any specific region, as no top states are recorded for the name. It is a rare choice, likely used as an affectionate nickname rather than a formal given name.
Chessie first emerged in the United States in the late 19th century, particularly in the 1880s. Its earliest recorded use is 1888, with a peak in 1889. The name is generally considered a nickname or diminutive, possibly derived from Jessica or the Italian Chesca (short for Francesca), or independently coined as a playful, affectionate term. It may also have been influenced by the term 'Chessie,' a nickname for the Chesapeake Bay region. Despite its early appearance, Chessie has never been widely popular and has remained a rare choice.
Sibling names for Chessie
Names that share Chessie's style, for a brother or sister.
