Kelsey

Meaning of Kelsey

From the ship victory island.

Kelsey has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kelsey

Kelsey has cooled off, slipping to #814 in 2025, down from a peak of #88 in 2000.

Notable people named Kelsey

• Kelsey Grammer
  Actor, known for "Frasier"
• Kelsey Merritt
  Filipino-American model
• Kelsey Chow
  Actress, known for "One Tree Hill"
• Kelsey Crane
  Professional golfer
• Kelsey Tessier
  Canadian ice hockey player

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Questions about the name Kelsey

What does the name Kelsey mean?

Kelsey means from the ship victory island, and it comes from English origins.

Is Kelsey a boy's or a girl's name?

Kelsey is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kelsey?

In 2025, Kelsey ranked #814 for girls, down from #669 the year before.

When was Kelsey most popular?

Kelsey peaked at #88 in 2000.