Chesleigh

Chesleigh is a modern masculine name that combines elements of Chelsea (an English place name meaning 'landing place for chalk or limestone') with the popular '-leigh' suffix, giving it a contemporary feel. While traditionally Chelsea was more common for girls, Chesleigh has emerged as a masculine variant with a distinctive spelling. The name has a sophisticated yet approachable quality, balancing traditional sounds with modern styling. Though relatively uncommon, it fits with current trends toward place names and surnames used as first names. Chesleigh may appeal to parents seeking something distinctive but with familiar phonetics, offering the nickname option of 'Ches' while providing a full name with character.

Pronounced CHEZ-lee.

As of October 2026, Chesleigh ranked #4411 in US births in 1922 SSA.