Marie-Kelly
Latin and Irish · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Marie-Kelly
Marie-Kelly combines Marie, derived from Latin "Maria" meaning "of the sea" or possibly "beloved," with Kelly, an Irish surname from "Ó Ceallaigh" meaning "descendant of Ceallach" (bright-headed).
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Etymology
Marie-Kelly combines Marie, derived from Latin "Maria" meaning "of the sea" or possibly "beloved," with Kelly, an Irish surname from "Ó Ceallaigh" meaning "descendant of Ceallach" (bright-headed). The hyphenated form represents a modern Western naming practice blending a Romance given name with an Anglicized Irish surname.
This name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly among Irish, French, and North American populations, with no strong association to any specific religion, though Marie has historical ties to Christian Marian devotion. The hyphenated format became popular in the 20th century as a way to honor multiple family lines.
Marie-Kelly currently ranks #3,785 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1981.
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