Kelby vs Markese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kelby

Boy #6,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Settlement near the well"

Origin: Old Norse

English Scandinavian American

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Boy #6,213 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lord of the marches, border lord"

Origin: Old French

African American American

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Kelby Rank #6,339

Markese Rank #6,213

Markese is more popular, ranked #6213 vs #6339 for Kelby.

Is Kelby or Markese more popular?

Markese is more popular, ranked #6213 compared to Kelby at #6339 in the United States.

What do Kelby and Markese mean?

Kelby means "Settlement near the well" (Old Norse origin). Markese means "lord of the marches, border lord" (Old French origin).

Are Kelby and Markese boy or girl names?

Kelby is primarily a boy name. Markese is primarily a boy name.