Kelby Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEL-bee / /ˈkɛl.bi/English; Scandinavian
Meaning
English: From the farm by the spring; Scandinavian: A place name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kelby is of English origin, derived from a place name meaning 'farm by the spring.' It has also been associated with Scandinavian roots. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. It is often used as a given name for boys, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
Kelby has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kelbie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kelby was first seen in the United States in 1948. Kelby has ranked as high as #1040 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, Utah, Missouri, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Kelby has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kelby (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 44 |
| 1971 | 48 |
| 1972 | 57 |
| 1973 | 56 |
| 1974 | 46 |
| 1975 | 46 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1977 | 48 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 44 |
| 1980 | 49 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 58 |
| 1987 | 88 |
| 1988 | 114 |
| 1989 | 117 |
| 1990 | 123 |
| 1991 | 187 |
| 1992 | 154 |
| 1993 | 151 |
| 1994 | 152 |
| 1995 | 138 |
| 1996 | 97 |
| 1997 | 110 |
| 1998 | 134 |
| 1999 | 118 |
| 2000 | 75 |
| 2001 | 108 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2003 | 109 |
| 2004 | 110 |
| 2005 | 79 |
| 2006 | 72 |
| 2007 | 76 |
| 2008 | 79 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 74 |
| 2011 | 50 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 14 |