Kelechi Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkeh-LEH-chee / kɛˈlɛtʃiIgbo
Meaning
God's will
Historical & Cultural Background
Kelechi is a name of Igbo origin, a major ethnic group in Nigeria. It reflects the cultural significance of names in Igbo society, often conveying spiritual or familial connections. The name is commonly given to boys and is part of a broader tradition of names that express gratitude or acknowledgment of divine influence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kelechukwu
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kelechi was first seen in the United States in 1979. Kelechi has ranked as high as #1266 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kelechi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kelechi (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 13 |