Kelly

Unisex

Meaning

Intelligent

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈkɛli/

Alt. Spellings

Kellie

Traits associated with the name Kelly:

Dogs named Kelly tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Kelly?

Naming your dog Kelly suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and may have a personal connection to it. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic names and appreciate the simplicity of the name.

Is Kelly a good dog name?

Kelly has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kelly isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,773
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
198
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Kelly is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kelly was, in the past month, the 1599th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Kelly is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Kelly was viewed 68 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Kelly's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Kelly is most adored in Nebraska, Arkansas and North Carolina.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, Mississippi and Colorado.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kelly.

Most popular breeds named Kelly:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Chihuahua
  5. Golden Retriever

Kelly is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Associated with popular British surnames and personalities.

military dog names
military

Derived from a famous World War II general's surname.

irish dog names
irish

Derived from an Irish surname meaning "descendant of war."

Dog names like Kelly:

Beautiful
Descendant Of The Handsome Man
Little battler
Friend
Misshapen Head
Small stream
Kelly dog name meaning

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