Kelah
Kelah is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,234 in the US, popular nicknames include Kel, Key, and Kelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kelah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 24 babies have been named Kelah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kelah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,234 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,234
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kelah
Kelah is a girl name .
Kelah is currently ranked #54,234 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kelah include Kel, Key, and Kelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kelah include Kelani . 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