NAME PROFILE
Kelechi
Derived from the Greek elements meaning 'shining upon man' or 'prophetess'; it characterizes a person who is exceptionally insightful, radiant, and possesses a visionary spirit that inspires those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 847 |
| Gender | Male (5% / 95%) |
| Peak year | 2005 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1989 |
| Most recent | 2018 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Greek |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 56%NY — 22%CA — 11%GA — 11%AK — 0%
Notable People
Cassandra Clare (Author of The Mortal Instruments) · Cassandra Peterson (Actress, Elvira: Mistress of the Dark) · Cassandra Wilson (Grammy-winning Jazz Musician) · Cassandra Sanchez-Navarro (Mexican Actress, Cindy la Regia) · Cassandra Austen (Artist and sister of Jane Austen)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CassieSandyCassCassy
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