Chellie

Chellie is a feminine name that typically functions as a diminutive or nickname for names such as Michelle, Rochelle, Chelsea, or Rachel. With its soft 'ch' sound and friendly '-ie' ending, Chellie has a warm, approachable quality. Though sometimes used as a standalone name, it's more commonly encountered as a familiar form used by family and friends. The name has a casual, affectionate feel typical of nickname derivatives. While not among the most common names, Chellie saw modest usage in the United States particularly during the 1970s and 1980s, coinciding with the popularity of names like Michelle. The name's simple, friendly sound gives it an enduring charm despite lacking the formal history of the longer names it's derived from.

Pronounced CHEL-ee.

As of October 2026, Chellie ranked #10544 in US births in 1983 SSA, peaked at #3998 in 1966.