Chesney

Chesney is a fairly uncommon name that is mainly used for boys. The name has English and French origins. The name Chesney is derived from the Old French word chesnai, which means 'oak grove'. As a result, the meaning of Chesney is ‘an oak grove’. It is also used to refer to a person who lives in an oak grove. Chesney is a popular name in the United Kingdom, despite its French origins. Interestingly, this name had traveled from France to England during the Norman invasion in 1066. It has since been used not only as a first name for boys but also as a surname. Chesneys are thought to be natural leaders who want to take the initiative and bring about change. People are drawn to their generous, empathetic, and sympathetic attitude. Some famous people who bear the name Chesney are the British pop singer Chesney Lee Hawkes and the American musician Chesney Baker, better known by his stage name Chet. This name is also popular among fictional characters. Chesney Brown, for example, is the name of the character played by actor Sam Aston in the hit TV show 'Coronation Street.' Given that the name Chesney is also used as a surname, it is not surprising that several noteworthy people share it, including Francis Rawdon Chesney, a British adventurer; Kenny Chesney, an American singer, and Marion Chesney, a British novelist.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

oak grove

Origin

English from French

Numerology

C is for confident, no doubts here!

H is for heart, warm and loving.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

S is for sensitive, another side shows.

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

Y is for youthful, your eternal look.

Lucky

Chesney lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Famous People Named Chesney

• Helen Azalea "Poppy" Baring (1901 1980), English socialite

Chesney in Pop Culture

• Georgiana Reed Whitsig character on TV's "Sisters"
• Pronounced "jor JAY,na" in "The Duchess" (2008)
• Georgina "Georgie" Sparks a character from Gossip Girl
• Chesney Karib character on the UK version of "Shameless"