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Kelby First Name Meaning

Kelby is a gender-neutral name of English origin, meaning "From The Ridge Farm." The name is derived from a village in the civil parish of Culverthorpe and Kelby, located in Lincolnshire, England. Kelby village is situated 5 miles south-west from Sleaford and has historical significance, having been a separate civil parish until it was merged with Culverthorpe in 1935. The local church, dedicated to St Andrew, features a tower that was rebuilt in 1881 after a collapse, and its basement dates back to the Norman era. Additionally, Kelby was home to a chapel for Primitive Methodists, established in 1859. This name carries a connection to rural landscapes and historical English heritage.

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How popular Kelby first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Kelby first name (1880 - Now)

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Famous people with Kelby first name

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Kelby Tomlinson

Kelby Aaron Tomlinson, born on June 16, 1990, is a former American professional baseball utility player who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Francisco Giants. He began his baseball career at Elgin High School in Elgin, Oklahoma, and later played college baseball at Seward County Community College and Texas Tech. In 2011, Tomlinson was drafted by the San Francisco Giants and played in their minor league affiliates before making his MLB debut on August 3, 2015. During his time with the Giants, Tomlinson showcased his versatility by playing multiple positions and displayed an impressive batting average. He later had stints with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Seattle Mariners, and Colorado Rockies before retiring from professional baseball. Post-retirement, Tomlinson transitioned to a new career as a certified optician and, along with his wife Tiffany, opened an eyewear shop called Squints in Libe. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 180 pounds, Tomlinson is known for his right-handed batting and throwing style.

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