Kelsy
Kelsy is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ceol's island or ship victory.
Origin and history
Kelsy is a modern spelling variant of the Old English name Kelsey, derived from a place name or surname. It translates to Ceol's island or ship's victory. In the United States, it is a less common alternative to the traditional Kelsey spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,231 babies in the United States have been named Kelsy since 1880. It ranks #3128 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1987.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.9 %)
- TX (15.1 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- WA (7.3 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 58 |
| 1980-1990 | 586 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,451 |
| 2000-2010 | 709 |
| 2010-2019 | 313 |
| 2020-2029 | 114 |
Fun facts
- Kelsy is a streamlined spelling variant of Kelsey, omitting the silent letter 'e'.
- The original surname Kelsey comes from place names in Lincolnshire, England.