Kelliann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kelliann is an Irish name with roots in the surname O'Ceallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ceallach'. It signifies traits of gracefulness and slenderness. The name has evolved from historical forms like Ceallach and Kelli to its modern form Kelliann. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as trendy and feminine today. The name does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kelliann"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛliæn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Kelliann is a combination of the name 'Kelli', which is derived from the Irish surname 'O'Ceallaigh', meaning 'descendant of Ceallach', and 'Ann', which is of Hebrew origin meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
slender, graceful
Language Evolution
Ceallach, Kelli, Kelliann
Historical Usage
Kelliann gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern compound name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kelli, Kellie, Kellianne
Modern Popularity & Image
Kelliann is often perceived as a trendy and feminine name, popular among younger generations.
Famous People
Kelliann D. H. Sweeney, American politician, Kelliann R. T. Trivette, American scientist
📊 Kelliann Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kelliann Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kelliann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kelliann"
"Kelliann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7520th of 12526 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4126th of 19264 | 232 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4705th of 27321 | 302 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14193rd of 35406 | 86 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Kelliann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kelliann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
64.40% 2243rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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70.15% 3139th/4475 |
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71.54% 4519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kelliann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kelliann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kelliann" in the United States
The name Kelliann is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kelliann has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kelliann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4126th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4705th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14193rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kelliann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.