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Boy’s name · US records 1880–2024

Kelly

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Kelly appeared in the US boy naming records from 1880 through 2024, reaching its highest point in 1967. It is a 2-syllable boy name ranked #336 by total recorded use. Common spelling relatives include Kelley, Kellie, Kelli.

#336boy rank
1967peak year
2syllables

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