Slender or graceful
Kiely is a modern spelling variant of the Irish surname O'Cadhla, which translates to 'slender' or 'graceful'. While traditionally a surname, it has transitioned into a given name, often used as a more unique alternative to the popular Kylie or Keira.
Less common today
Kiely isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,106 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Singer and actress from the girl groups 3LW and The Cheetah Girls
