War or strife; bright-headed
Derived from the Irish surname Ó Ceallaigh, it traditionally means descendant of Ceallach. The root word 'ceallach' is often interpreted as meaning war, strife, or contention, though some etymologists suggest it may also mean bright-headed.
Less common today
Kelley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #308 in 1990.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
