NAME PROFILE
Kelsey
Kelsey is an English name with origins in Old English, meaning 'island of the ship.' It conveys a sense of adventure and strength, often associated with a spirited and dynamic individual who embraces life with enthusiasm and charm.
Key Stats
| Total births | 155,738 |
| Gender | Female (1% / 99%) |
| Peak year | 1992 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1967 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%TX — 21%GA — 20%FL — 18%WA — 17%
Notable People
Kelsey Grammer (Actor, *Frasier*) · Kelsey Chow (Actress, *Teen Beach Movie*) · Kelsey Ballerini (Country Singer, *Love Me Like You Mean It*) · Kelsey Montague (Artist, known for interactive murals) · Kelsey Plum (Professional Basketball Player, WNBA)
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