Ceilidh
girl nameCeilidh entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #7716 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
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rank today
#7716
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10847 |
| 1990s | #10550 |
| 2000s | #12465 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Ceilidh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ceilidh alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ceilidh in 2025?
- Ceilidh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ceilidh most popular?
- Ceilidh peaked in 1999, reaching #7716 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ceilidh with classmates?
- Ceilidh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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