Kelly
boy name#1867 in 2025Kelly entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #97 in 1968, ranks #1867 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1867
rank today
#97
peak (1968)
84
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #573 |
| 1890s | #556 |
| 1900s | #529 |
| 1910s | #514 |
| 1920s | #547 |
| 1930s | #510 |
| 1940s | #386 |
| 1950s | #210 |
| 1960s | #120 |
| 1970s | #155 |
| 1980s | #246 |
| 1990s | #529 |
| 2000s | #1098 |
| 2010s | #1528 |
| 2020s | #1622 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kelly has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 67,000 people named Kelly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelly alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 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 #1867 among US boy names in 2025, with 84 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kelly most popular?
- Kelly peaked in 1968, reaching #97 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelly with classmates?
- Kelly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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