Kely
Girl nameKely has been given to 252 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It peaked in 1987.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
252
Peak year
1987 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1967
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
96% girls / 4% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kely — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kely.
Sibling name ideas for Kely
Same era and popularity as Kely, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kely?
Kely has been given to 252 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kely peak?
Kely peaked in 1987, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Kely a girl or boy name?
Kely is primarily a girl name (96% of babies named Kely are girls).
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