Chessa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHESS-uh / /ˈtʃɛsə/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: a form of the name Chess; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Chessa is often considered a modern variation of the name Chess, which itself is derived from the game of chess. The name may also have roots in Hebrew, where it conveys a sense of grace. It is not widely used historically, making it a more contemporary choice for parents. The name has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Chessa remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chess
- Chessey
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chessa was first seen in the United States in 1976. Chessa has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Chessa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chessa (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |