KELBY
The meaning of the unisex name Kelby is DARK: DARK-HAIRED..
Details on KELBY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Dark: dark-haired
- Popularity for Girl:
- 12,110th in the USA (top 40%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 13,801st in the USA (top 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
17 births
KELBY as a GIRL in 2024
14 births
KELBY as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of KELBY:
The name Kelby is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Kelby is: From the farm by the spring.
The name Kelby is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Kelby is: From the farm by the spring.
The name Kelby is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Kelby is: Dark; dark-haired.
The name Kelby is a Polish baby name. In Polish the meaning of the name Kelby is: Dark; dark-haired.
The name Kelby is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Kelby is: Place by the fountain or spring.
The name Kelby is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Kelby is: Place by the fountain or spring.
USA SSA birth(s) for KELBY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KELBY
KELBY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 17 births |
| 2023 | 9 births |
| 2022 | 17 births |
| 2021 | 11 births |
| 2020 | 22 births |
| 2019 | 20 births |
| 2018 | 18 births |
| 2017 | 13 births |
| 2016 | 19 births |
| 2015 | 23 births |
| 2014 | 29 births |
| 2013 | 24 births |
| 2012 | 32 births |
| 2011 | 33 births |
| 2010 | 35 births |
| 2009 | 29 births |
KELBY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 births |
| 2023 | 20 births |
| 2022 | 26 births |
| 2021 | 24 births |
| 2020 | 22 births |
| 2019 | 19 births |
| 2018 | 40 births |
| 2017 | 29 births |
| 2016 | 31 births |
| 2015 | 41 births |
| 2014 | 40 births |
| 2013 | 47 births |
| 2012 | 59 births |
| 2011 | 50 births |
| 2010 | 73 births |
| 2009 | 53 births |
About the name KELBY
Kelby, a name that dances gently on the tongue, carries a rich tapestry of meaning and heritage. Originating from Old Norse, it is derived from the elements "kjaldr," meaning "kettle" or "cauldron," and "by," meaning "farm" or "settlement," suggesting a "farm by the kettle" or a "place of warmth." This name evokes images of cozy gatherings, where stories are shared over simmering pots, and laughter fills the air, symbolizing community and connection. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and Canada, Kelby has also found a place in the hearts of families in Northern Europe, where its Scandinavian roots resonate deeply. The name carries with it an air of modern charm, yet holds onto the rustic, timeless values of home and family. With its gentle sound and inviting meaning, Kelby is a delightful choice for a child destined to create warmth and bonds in the lives of those around them.
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