Kelli name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Irish and Celtic
Usage: English
Pronunciation: k(el)-li
Meaning: Church and Monastery
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What does Kelli mean?

Used mostly in English frequently used, Kelli mainly aimed at both sexes, Kelli means "Church or Monastery" has its origin in Old Irish and Celtic. Kelli is a form of renowned and ever lasting Kelly.

Kelly is English equivalent of The Gaelic Surname Ó Ceallaigh Meaning Descendant of Ceallagh. Kelly means Monastery, Descendant of Ceallach and Aggressive has its origin in Old Irish and Celtic.

How do I pronounce Kelli?

The two syllabled name Kelli is commonly pronounced as k(el)-li.

Variants of Kelli

Ceallagh, Kellei, Kelly, Kayla, Kailianna, Caela, Akayla, Kaylamarie, Kaila, Karine, Kay, Kayley

How popular is the name Kelli?

Kelli was a popular name in United States. Over 75011 babies have been named Kelli since 1945. At its zenith in 1969, it ranked 115th when 3331 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

But after 101 years, the name has lost its appeal a bit and is now ranking low. In addition to that, the given name has been in the top 500 baby names 42 times Kelli is a unique baby name in Queensland during its short run, it been to the top 100 names.

In 1972, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 90 on girl names chart when 47 babies were named Kelli.

Kelli is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales still in use today.

Also, in Ireland, it has been in use since 1983 and achieved its top most rank of 362 in 2003. Kelli is a rare baby name in Queensland and may not be used now since it isn't seen since 1972.

But Kelli is a popular baby name in Brazil where every 1 in 20000 have the name. At least, 120000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
202300552422
202200543723
202100553322
202000424632
201900378039
201800391037
201700456730
201600376940
201500370041
201400318151
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Kelli in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands0580
Sweden05253
Norway05413
Denmark1070

What numerology tells about Kelli?

If number 5 is your soul urge no it reveals your constant care of your soul and body. Pay more attention to your overall well-being. Learning new skills will make you feel so much better and boost your confidence more than you imagine. You are co-operative, caring and courteous individual. You know how important freedom is in a person's life. Having letter I as your capstone in your name reveals the lack of balance and harmony in your life.

Parents who liked Kelli, loved these names

  •  Jésabel is originated from Celtic, Jésabel means "Lord or Generous"
  •  Eloan - Eloan's meaning is Wealth or Light has origin in Celtic
  •  Karnea - Meaning of Karnea is Warlike used for boys is originated from Celtic. Karnea is derivation of Kearney.
  •  Dorren - Outlandish Dorren came from Celtic, meaning of Dorren is "Exile or Stranger" and a gender insensitive name is used largely in English
  •  Kailyn - Famous and Sky-scraping Soaring unisex name Kailyn means "Laurel, Descendant of Caollaidhe or Pure" which originated from Old Irish, Celtic and English-American is primarily used in Assamese, Sindhi and English

Famous people named Kelli

  • Kelli White, American former sprinter
  • Kelli Arena, American television journalist and university professor
  • Kelli Gannon, former field hockey midfield player
  • Kelli James, former field hockey striker from the United States
  • Kelli Williams, American actress
  • Kelli Ali, British vocalist most recognized for being lead singer for the trip hop group Sneaker Pimps
  • Kelli Garner, American actress
  • Kelli Giddish, American television, stage, and film actress
  • Kelli Maroney, American film and television actress
  • Kelli Young, English pop singer
  • Kelli O'Hara, American actress and singer
  • Kelli McCarty, American actress, model
  • Kelli Kuehne, retired American professional golfer
  • Kelli Hollis, British actress, best

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
  4. Queensland Government - Open Data Portal, https://www.data.qld.gov.au/dataset/top-100-baby-names
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