Chalese

“variant of Chalice”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1489US 2023

711Births / yr

→Stable

73All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Chalese

CHAH·lus·AY

/ˈtʃɑ.ləs.ˈeɪ/ · stress on CHAH · 3 syllables

“variant of Chalice”

American origin · Girl name

What does Chalese mean and where does it come from?

Chalese is a modern name that appears to be a creative variation of the word 'chalice', a noun often used in religious contexts to refer to a cup. Introduced in the late 20th century in the United States, it is uncommon but has gained some popularity among parents seeking unique names for their daug

Cultural significance

Chalese has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of chalice.

Peak popularity

Reached #5757 in 1974 — currently #1489 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Chalese?

Chalese works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Chalese Grace

How popular is Chalese right now?

Holding steady — currently #1489 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1489 · Top 1.1%

1985

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1489	711	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1494	691	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1499	661	▲ up 8210 · +8163% births
1990	#9709	8	▲ up 367 · +33% births
1985	#10076	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Chalese

Best Year2023Rank #1489

Peak Count711

Average Rank#4853

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1985 - 20235 years

The story of Chalese

Chalese is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 73 total births recorded, Chalese remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10076 in 1985 to #1489 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Chalese in 1974:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Heather Angela

Chalese by decade

Chalese peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	15
1980s	23
1990s ★	35

💎Chalese has only 73 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Chalese?

Common

ChaChalChalieChalyEse

What names sound and feel like Chalese?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Chalese also consider these

Chanese

American · A variant of

Charlese

American · Feminine form of

Charese

English · English

Chelese

American · Variant of Chelsea

Shalese

American · Blessed

Calese

American · Reminiscent of the

Sharese

American · A modern variant

Chenese

American · Jasmine flower

Common questions about the name Chalese

What does the name Chalese mean?

Chalese means "variant of Chalice" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Chalese?

Chalese is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Chalese?

Chalese originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Chalese?

Chalese is a three-syllable name pronounced CH AA1 L AH0 S EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Chalese?

Chalese pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.