Telly
Pronunciation: [ t-EHL-ee ]
Telly is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,605 in the US, popular nicknames include Tel, Tey, and Telie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Telly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 82 babies have been named Telly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Telly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,605 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,605
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Telly is also used as a boy name, ranked #30044.
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About the Name Telly
Telly is a girl name .
Is Telly a boy or girl name? Telly is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #16,605 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,044. Telly is more commonly used as a girl name.
Telly is currently ranked #16,605 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Telly include Tel, Tey, and Telie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis