Kelli
boy nameKelli entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #2308 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
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rank today
#2308
peak (1969)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3047 |
| 1970s | #3593 |
| 1980s | #3638 |
| 1990s | #6467 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Kelli are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelli alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelli in 2025?
- Kelli is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kelli most popular?
- Kelli peaked in 1969, reaching #2308 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelli with classmates?
- Kelli will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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