Smith vs Kelly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,576 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright-headed warrior"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish American English Australian

23 High Risk

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Smith Rank #1,580

Kelly Rank #1,576

Kelly is more popular, ranked #1576 vs #1580 for Smith.

Is Smith or Kelly more popular?

Kelly is more popular, ranked #1576 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Kelly mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Kelly means "bright-headed warrior" (Old Irish origin).

Are Smith and Kelly boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Kelly is primarily a boy name.