Bright-headed; war or strife
A modern creative spelling of Kelly. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Ceallaigh, which historically points to meanings of 'bright-headed' or 'frequent visitor,' though it is often associated with 'war' or 'strife' in older etymological contexts.
Less common today
Kelleigh isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,335 in 1994.
American country music singer and podcast host
Olympic fencer for Canada
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
