Kelby

What does the baby name Kelby mean? Learn about what Kelby means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Kelby - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Kelby: K-E-L-B-Y, is a 5-letter female given name.
Meaning of Kelby: From the ridge farm, farm by the spring.
Origin of Kelby: The name 'Kelby' is of English origin. It is a unisex name that can be given to both boys and girls.; Celtic Names; English Names; Gaelic Names; German Names; Scandinavian Names; Surname Names; Teutonic Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Kelby: Kelbie
Popularity of Kelby: The popularity of the name 'Kelby' has been relatively low in recent years. It has not ranked among the top 1000 names for boys or girls in the United States.; Kelby currently has 1 like, and is in the top 21% of liked girl's names. The name Abeke is slightly more popular than Kelby.

Etymology of Kelby

The etymology of the name 'Kelby' is derived from Old Norse. It is a combination of the elements 'kel', meaning 'a spring' or 'a well', and 'by', meaning 'a farm' or 'a settlement'. Therefore, 'Kelby' can be interpreted as 'a farm or settlement near a spring or well'.

Cultural Significance of Kelby

While 'Kelby' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance, it is a name that has been used in English-speaking countries for both boys and girls. It does not have any specific cultural or religious connotations associated with it.