Find out how popular the first name Kelleye has been for the last 1 years (from 1987 to 1987) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kelleye by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Kelleye is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1987, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kelleye.

The history of the first name Kelleye

The name Kelleye is an anglicized variation of the Irish Gaelic name Cailleach, which has its origins in the ancient Celtic language. This name can be traced back to the 5th century AD, during the time when the Celtic tribes inhabited parts of Ireland and Scotland.

The word Cailleach is derived from the Old Irish word "caillech," which means "veiled one" or "old woman." In Celtic mythology, the Cailleach was a powerful goddess associated with winter, storms, and the earth's fertility. She was often depicted as an old woman with a staff or a broom, symbolizing her power over the natural world.

One of the earliest known references to the name Cailleach can be found in the ancient Irish text, the Cath Maige Tuired (The Second Battle of Mag Tuired), which dates back to the 7th or 8th century AD. This text mentions the Cailleach as a powerful figure in Celtic mythology.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne variations of the name Kelleye. One of the earliest recorded examples is Cailleach of the Rocks, a legendary figure in Scottish folklore from the 6th century AD. She was said to be a powerful witch who could control the weather and was associated with the creation of various landscapes.

Another notable figure was Cailleach Bheara, a legendary Irish figure from the 9th century AD who was said to have been a strong and fierce warrior queen. Her name is still associated with various locations in Ireland, such as the Cailleach Bheara Mountain in County Cork.

In the 12th century, there was a Scottish noblewoman named Cailleach Inghen Dubh, who was known for her involvement in the Wars of Scottish Independence against the English.

Fast-forwarding to the 19th century, there was an Irish novelist named Cailleac Nic Amhlaoibh (1854-1927), who wrote several works that explored Irish culture and folklore.

Finally, in the 20th century, there was a Scottish artist named Cailleac NicDhomhnaill (1922-2007), who was renowned for her vibrant paintings that depicted Scottish landscapes and culture.

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