Kellye
girl nameKellye entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #1058 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1955–2025
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rank today
#1058
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2761 |
| 1960s | #1224 |
| 1970s | #1792 |
| 1980s | #1989 |
| 1990s | #6531 |
| 2000s | #13026 |
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Kellye are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kellye alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kellye in 2025?
- Kellye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kellye most popular?
- Kellye peaked in 1987, reaching #1058 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kellye with classmates?
- Kellye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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