Kellee
Kellee is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bright-headed or lively; alternatively derived from a word meaning conflict or warrior.
Origin and history
Kellee is a modern variant spelling of Kelly, originating from Irish Gaelic roots. It traditionally means bright-headed or warrior, depending on the etymological source. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate popularity in the late 20th century but is rarely given today.
Popularity in the United States
3,714 babies in the United States have been named Kellee since 1880. It ranks #2896 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.1 %)
- OH (13.2 %)
- MI (10 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
- PA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 163 |
| 1960-1970 | 864 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,052 |
| 1980-1990 | 918 |
| 1990-2000 | 487 |
| 2000-2010 | 171 |
| 2010-2019 | 54 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Kellee
- Kellee Maize: Rapper, Singer
Nicknames
Kel
Fun facts
- The 'ee' ending gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s as parents sought unique visual twists on traditional names like Kelly.
- It traces back to the Irish surname Ó Ceallaigh, which is one of the most common family names in Ireland.