What Does the Name Kelly Mean
The name Kelly comes from Irish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Kelly below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Kelly Name Meaning
& f Irish, EnglishAnglicized form of the Irish given name CEALLACH or the surname derived from it Ó Ceallaigh. As a surname, it has been borne by actor and dancer Gene Kelly (1912-1996) and actress and princess Grace...
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