Kelle
Kelle is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,264 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
Kelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,302 babies have been named Kelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kelle is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,264 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,264
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Kelle is also used as a boy name, ranked #38567.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelle
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About the Name Kelle
Kelle is a girl name .
Is Kelle a boy or girl name? Kelle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #65,264 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #38,567. Kelle is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kelle is currently ranked #65,264 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kelle include Kel, Key, and Kelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kelle include Kelly . 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