Kelsi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kelsi is an English name derived from the Old English surname Kelsey, meaning 'island of the ships.' It has evolved from historical forms like Cenel's island and Kelsey to its current form. The name is associated with modernity and youthfulness, lacks biblical relevance, and saw a rise in popularity in the late 20th century.
The name Kelsi is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Kelsi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kelsi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4556th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 631st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1019th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2364th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kelsi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kelsi"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛlsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kelsi is a modern variation of the name Kelsey, which is derived from an Old English surname meaning 'Cenel's island' or 'island of the ships.'
Meaning
island of the ships
Language Evolution
Cenel's island, Kelsey, Kelsi
Historical Usage
The name Kelsi gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kelsey, Kels, Kelsea
Modern Popularity & Image
Kelsi is often viewed as a modern, trendy name that conveys a sense of youthfulness and vibrancy.
Famous People
Kelsi Monroe, an actress, Kelsi Dagger, a fictional character in a television series
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kelsi"
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 "Kelsi"
"Kelsi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4556th of 19264 | 198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 631st of 27321 | 5,218 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1019th of 35406 | 3,772 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2364th of 30306 | 925 |
Regional Popularity of "Kelsi" 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 "Kelsi" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - |
93.83% 3301st/3518 |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.89% 475th/3685 |
22.48% 1006th/4475 |
12.36% 642nd/5194 |
10.10% 638th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.90% 820th/4582 |
28.20% 1456th/5164 |
12.06% 882nd/7313 |
21.32% 1591st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.09% 2673rd/3984 |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
28.44% 1940th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kelsi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kelsi" 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.