Kellie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEL-ee / /ˈkɛli/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: from the spring
Historical & Cultural Background
Kellie is often considered a variant of Kelly, which has Irish origins. In Ireland, it is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Ceallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ceallach.' The name has been used as a given name for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a modern name.
Trend Summary
Kellie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kelley
- Kelly
International Variants
- Kelli (English)
- Kelley (English)
Famous people named Kellie
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Fictional characters named Kellie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kellie was first seen in the United States in 1914. Kellie has ranked as high as #1101 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kellie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kellie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |