Kelsey
girl name#814 in 2025Kelsey entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #23 in 1992, ranks #814 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1942–2025
#814
rank today
#23
peak (1992)
335
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4152 |
| 1950s | #3153 |
| 1960s | #2737 |
| 1970s | #1191 |
| 1980s | #219 |
| 1990s | #39 |
| 2000s | #155 |
| 2010s | #340 |
| 2020s | #655 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kelsey has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 148,000 people named Kelsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelsey alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelsey in 2025?
- Kelsey ranks #814 among US girl names in 2025, with 335 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kelsey most popular?
- Kelsey peaked in 1992, reaching #23 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kelsey with classmates?
- Kelsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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