Kellyann
Feminine name derived from Kelly, an Irish surname meaning "bright-headed" or "intelligent".
Name Census estimates that about 1,688 living Americans carry the first name Kellyann. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kellyann today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kellyann births was 1969 (69 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kellyann. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.7K
~ 1 in 203,054 Americans
Peak year
1969
69 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
2022 SSA rank
#14,467
Tracked since 1959
Popularity
Kellyann: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kellyann from the 1950s through to the 2020s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 494 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kellyann by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kellyann during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kellyanns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Kellyann, while Hawaii, Connecticut, Massachusetts recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 173 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kellyann
The name Kellyann is a combination of two distinct names, Kelly and Ann, both of which have rich histories and origins spanning multiple cultures and languages.
Kelly is an anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic name Cailín, which means "bright-headed" or "young girl." It has its roots in the Old Irish word "caill," meaning "woman" or "girl." The name gained popularity in Ireland during the Middle Ages and was often associated with the Celtic tradition and folklore.
Ann, on the other hand, is a variant of the Hebrew name Hannah, which means "grace" or "favor." It has biblical roots and is mentioned in the Old Testament as the name of the mother of the prophet Samuel. The name Ann was widely used in various forms across Europe during the medieval period and was particularly popular among Christian communities.
While there are no specific historical references to the combined name Kellyann in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the earliest recorded examples of the name can be traced back to the 19th century in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
One notable historical figure with the name Kellyann was Kellyann Conway, an American author and poet who lived from 1844 to 1923. She was known for her poetic works that explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality.
Another prominent individual with the name Kellyann was Kellyann Sutherland, a British suffragette and activist who fought for women's rights in the early 20th century (1879-1964).
In the realm of sports, Kellyann Johnson (1928-2011) was an American tennis player who achieved success in the 1950s, winning several tournaments and representing the United States in international competitions.
Kellyann Wilkins (1907-1997) was a Canadian artist and painter known for her landscapes and portraiture, and her works are featured in several art galleries across North America.
Lastly, Kellyann Moser (1891-1976) was a German-American entrepreneur and businesswoman who established a successful import-export company in the mid-20th century, contributing to the growth of international trade between Europe and the United States.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who carried the name Kellyann, highlighting its diverse cultural and linguistic origins, as well as its presence across various fields and professions.
People
Kellyann + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kellyann as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kellyann: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kellyann?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,688 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kellyann going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 203,054 US residents.
Is Kellyann a common name?
We classify Kellyann as "Rare". It ranks above 93% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,843 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kellyann most popular?
The single biggest year for Kellyann was 1969, when 69 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kellyann is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kellyann a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kellyann in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.