Kelah

Kelah is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,234 in the US, popular nicknames include Kel, Key, and Kelie.

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Girl Name #54,234 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kelah is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Kelah often also consider Brye, Rayshelle, Daizhane .

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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 .

Popularity Over Time

#54,234
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#54,234
Total SSA Count
5

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Kel Key Kelie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelah

Is Kelah a boy or girl name?
Kelah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kelah?
Kelah is currently ranked #54234 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kelah?
Common nicknames for Kelah include Kel, Key, and Kelie.
Is Kelah a common or rare name?
Kelah is an uncommon name, ranked #54234 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Kelah?
Kelah pairs well with Brye, Rayshelle, Daizhane, Keimya in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Kelah?
Related spellings include Kelani.

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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