What does the name Kelli mean?

The name Kelli means "Bright-headed".

What is the origin of the name Kelli?

Kelli is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Kelli?

In 2023, 15 babies were named Kelli in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Is Kelli a girl's name?

Yes, Kelli is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Kelli

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Births Last Year: 15 ↘

All-Time Total: 74,875

Peak Year: 1970

Kelli is a modern variant of the name Kelly, which is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Ceallaigh, meaning "bright-headed" or "warrior."

Notable Namesakes

Kelli Berglund - Actress known for "Lab Rats" and "Now Apocalypse."
Kelli Giddish - Actress on "Law & Order: SVU."
Kelli O'Hara - Tony Award-winning Broadway actress and singer.
Kelli Williams - Actress on "The Practice" and "Lie to Me."
Kelli Ward - American politician and physician.
Kelli Finglass - Director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Kelli Tennant - Sports broadcaster and former college volleyball player.
Kelli McCarty - Actress and former Miss USA winner.
Kelli White - Former track and field athlete, Olympic gold medalist.

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Kelli

Ivory Averie Brittney Kaelynn Allison Bethany Katelynn Aleah

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Kelli

Johnathan Jaydon Pierce Devan Kristopher Ayden Aden Ace

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Kelli

Kelley Kellie Kelly

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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