Kelly
girl name#851 in 2025Kelly entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #10 in 1977, ranks #851 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1907–2025
#851
rank today
#10
peak (1977)
319
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1975 |
| 1910s | #2841 |
| 1920s | #2780 |
| 1930s | #2398 |
| 1940s | #1189 |
| 1950s | #413 |
| 1960s | #31 |
| 1970s | #17 |
| 1980s | #28 |
| 1990s | #65 |
| 2000s | #174 |
| 2010s | #466 |
| 2020s | #817 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kelly has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 449,000 people named Kelly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelly alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelly in 2025?
- Kelly ranks #851 among US girl names in 2025, with 319 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kelly most popular?
- Kelly peaked in 1977, reaching #10 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kelly with classmates?
- Kelly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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