War or strife; bright-headed
Kelli is a modern spelling variant of Kelly. It originates from the Irish surname Ó Ceallaigh, which likely means 'descendant of Ceallach'. The name is often interpreted as meaning 'warrior' or 'frequenting churches'.
Less common today
Kelli isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #182 in 1990.
Tony Award-winning Broadway actress and singer
Actress known for the television series The Practice
Actress known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
American actress known for Pan Am and Lars and the Real Girl
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
