US Popularity Rank: 13316

Origin: British

Meaning: Victorious ship

Kelsy is a gender-neutral name of British origin. It derives from the Old English name Coelsige, which combines coel (ship) with sige (victory) to mean “victorious ship.” This name has many modern variants, including Kelcy, Kelsea, Kelsey, and Kelsie. A famous bearer is actor Kelsey Grammar, who played Dr. Frasier Crane in the iconic sitcoms Cheers and Frasier. If you’re of a younger generation, you may associate this name more closely with Kelsi from High School Musical. Whichever spelling you prefer, this name’s fascinating meaning and origin make it a great choice for baby.