Chesney Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHEZ-nee / /ˈʧɛz.ni/English; French
Meaning
English: 'from the chestnut tree'; French: 'oak tree'
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Chesney is derived from a surname that refers to someone living near a chestnut tree. The French origin relates to the word for oak, reflecting the importance of trees in both cultures as symbols of strength and endurance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Chesney
International Variants
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Famous people named Chesney
Chesney Allen — comedian.
Fictional characters named Chesney
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chesney was first seen in the United States in 1990. Chesney has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Chesney has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chesney
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |