Kelly vs Woodrow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kelly

Girl #867 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"frequenter of churches"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#867
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kel

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kelly Rank #867
Woodrow Rank #1,690

Kelly is more popular, ranked #867 vs #1690 for Woodrow.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kelly ___

  • Kelly Anne
  • Kelly Marie
  • Kelly Lynn
  • Kelly Jo
  • Kelly Jean
  • Kelly Renee

Woodrow ___

  • Woodrow James
  • Woodrow Lee
  • Woodrow Allen
  • Woodrow Scott
  • Woodrow Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kelly

Casey Shannon Ryan Brendan Erin

If you choose Woodrow

Theodore Harriet Clarence Eleanor Chester

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kelly or Woodrow more popular?

Kelly is more popular, ranked #867 compared to Woodrow at #1690 in the United States.

What do Kelly and Woodrow mean?

Kelly means "frequenter of churches" (Irish Gaelic origin). Woodrow means "row of trees by the wood" (Old English origin).

Are Kelly and Woodrow boy or girl names?

Kelly is primarily a girl name. Woodrow is primarily a boy name.

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