Chelsea

Meaning

Chelsea is a english name meaning “Port for chalk”.

History

Chelsea is derived from an Old English place name from 'Cealc-hyð', meaning 'port for chalk' or 'landing place for chalk'. The name gained popularity as a given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Chelsea has been widely used in the United States since the 1970s. Furthermore, it is also known for the trendy Chelsea neighborhood in London. Notable figures with this name include Chelsea Clinton, daughter of Bill and Hillary Clinton.

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