Origin and Meaning of Keleigh

A variant of Kelly, often interpreted as 'warrior' or 'slender'

Origin: Irish - Derived from the Gaelic surname O'Ceallaigh, which means 'descendant of Ceallach'. Ceallach can be interpreted as 'warrior' or 'slender'.

• Keleigh is often considered a modern and creative spelling of the traditional name Kelly, which has been popular in Ireland and throughout the English-speaking world.
• The name Kelly has been used for both boys and girls, although Keleigh is predominantly used for females.
• Notable bearers of the name Kelly include actress Kelly Ripa and singer Kelly Clarkson, which have contributed to the name's popularity.
• While Keleigh itself is less common, variations like Kaylee and Kelsey have seen considerable popularity in recent decades.
• Keleigh can have different pronunciations depending on the region, but it typically emphasizes the soft 'K' followed by the 'leigh' sound.