James Kelly Name Meaning & Origin
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James is a common English given name derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'. Kelly is an Irish surname originating from the Gaelic O'Ceallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ceallach', a personal name meaning 'bright-headed' or 'frequenter of churches'.
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American (White) 50% -
British (Caucasian) 30% -
Irish (Celtic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: James
- Last Name: Kelly
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name James in the US (SSA Data):
James Kelly Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.