Shelsy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEL-see / /ˈʃɛl.si/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: variant of Chelsea; Hebrew: 'God is my salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Shelsy is often considered a variant of Chelsea, which has roots in Old English, referring to a landing place for ships. The name Chelsea has historical significance as a district in London. In Hebrew, the name relates to the biblical meaning of salvation, reflecting a spiritual heritage. Both origins highlight a connection to place and faith.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Shelsey
- Shelcie
International Variants
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Famous people named Shelsy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shelsy was first seen in the United States in 1994. Shelsy has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Shelsy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shelsy (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 14 |