Kely
Kely is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,956 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Kely first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 242 babies have been named Kely in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kely is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,956 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,956
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Kely is also used as a boy name, ranked #39930.
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About the Name Kely
Kely is a girl name .
Is Kely a boy or girl name? Kely is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #62,956 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,930. Kely is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kely is currently ranked #62,956 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kely include Kelsey, Kelly, Kelani, Kelsie, Kelsi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis