Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Chesley
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1923
Peak births
48
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Chesley
How many people are named Chesley?
An estimated 932 living Americans are named Chesley.
How rare is Chesley?
Chesley is very rare among babies today, with 11 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 77.1% from its 1923 peak.
How old is the typical Chesley?
The median age of a living American named Chesley is approximately 48 years, with most bearers falling between 34 and 67 years old.
Is Chesley still popular?
Yes. Chesley is holding steady, with 11 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1880Peak 19232025
Peak year
1923
Decline from peak
77.1%
2025
11
All-time
2,294