Chesney
Chesney is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Oak grove.
Origin and history
Chesney is an English name derived from a surname meaning 'oak grove', originating from the Old French word 'chesnaie'. It has historically been used as a surname and place name before gaining usage as a given name in the United States. In recent years, it maintains a modest but steady presence for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,664 babies in the United States have been named Chesney since 1880. It ranks #3419 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1695.
States where it is most popular
- TX (28.2 %)
- TN (16.9 %)
- NC (12.2 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
- MO (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 55 |
| 1980-1990 | 150 |
| 1990-2000 | 378 |
| 2000-2010 | 920 |
| 2010-2019 | 755 |
| 2020-2029 | 406 |
Fun facts
- The name originally indicated someone who lived near a oak grove, coming from the Old French 'chesnaie'.
- Like many modern American given names, Chesney transitioned from an English surname into a given name.