Girl · 4390th of 27,321
Kelcee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
763
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1993
Peak Popularity Year
60
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kelcee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Kelcee is a modern variant of Kelsey, which has Old English origins meaning 'ship's island.' It evolved from Kelsey and has been popular since the late 20th century. The name embodies traits of youth and creativity, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛl.si/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Kelcee is a variant of the name Kelsey, which has roots in Old English, meaning 'ship's island' or 'island of the ship.' The spelling 'Kelcee' is a more contemporary adaptation.
Meaning
ship's island
Language Evolution
Kelsey, Kelcee
Historical Usage
Kelcee gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kelsey, Kelsie, Kelsy
Modern Popularity & Image
Kelcee is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthful energy and creativity.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 60 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 19 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4390th of 27321 | 333 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6127th of 35406 | 316 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10234th of 30306 | 114 |