Kellie

Kellie is a feminine given name, a spelling variant of Kelly. It traces to the Irish surname Ó Ceallaigh, which itself derives from the personal name Ceallach. The meaning of Ceallach is uncertain, but the name is commonly associated with ideas such as brightness or strife, and Kellie is used as a feminine form of Kelly in English-speaking countries. Variants include Kelly, Kelley, Kelli, and Kellie, among others.

In usage, Kellie has been chosen as a given name in many English-speaking regions, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, since the 20th century. It is typically used for girls and can be found in various professions and cultural contexts. The spelling Kellie is one of several popular renderings of the broader name family.

Notable people with the given name Kellie include Kellie Pickler, an American country music singer and television personality, born in 1986; Kellie Martin, an American actress known for her work in television and film, born in 1975; and Kellie Bright, an English actress best known for her role in the television series EastEnders, born in 1976. The name has also appeared in other public figures and in fictional media, reflecting its continued presence in contemporary naming practices.

See also: Kelly (given name) for related etymology and usage.