Keli Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEL-ee / /ˈkɛli/Irish; Hawaiian
Meaning
Irish: slender; Hawaiian: a form of the name Kelly
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Keli is often associated with the name Kelly, which has roots in the Gaelic language. In Hawaiian, Keli is a variant that reflects the adaptation of names in different cultural contexts. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the United States, where it is often seen as a modern and feminine choice.
Trend Summary
Keli has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often reflecting trends in similar names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kelley
- Kelly
International Variants
- Keli (Hawaiian)
- Kelly (English)
Famous people named Keli
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Fictional characters named Keli
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keli was first seen in the United States in 1955. Keli has ranked as high as #936 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Keli has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keli (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 32 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 44 |
| 1961 | 65 |
| 1962 | 71 |
| 1963 | 59 |
| 1964 | 66 |
| 1965 | 114 |
| 1966 | 130 |
| 1967 | 87 |
| 1968 | 103 |
| 1969 | 110 |
| 1970 | 109 |
| 1971 | 115 |
| 1972 | 105 |
| 1973 | 92 |
| 1974 | 95 |
| 1975 | 103 |
| 1976 | 130 |
| 1977 | 178 |
| 1978 | 169 |
| 1979 | 190 |
| 1980 | 172 |
| 1981 | 146 |
| 1982 | 131 |
| 1983 | 138 |
| 1984 | 109 |
| 1985 | 119 |
| 1986 | 125 |
| 1987 | 114 |
| 1988 | 108 |
| 1989 | 96 |
| 1990 | 86 |
| 1991 | 82 |
| 1992 | 76 |
| 1993 | 66 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |