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Kelty First Name Meaning

Kelty is a gender-neutral name of Scottish origin, meaning "Place Name." It is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "Cailtidh," and is associated with a former coal mining village in Fife, Scotland. The name likely originated from the Gaelic word for "wood" or "woodland," or possibly from "hard water," and was probably initially a Pictish name that later transitioned to Gaelic. Kelty has historical significance as a mining town and is home to various landmarks, including a war memorial and Blairadam House. The name Kelty is linked to notable individuals such as politicians, professional footballers, and a Draughts World Champion. Additionally, Kelty Hearts, the local football team, achieved prominence by winning Scottish League Two in 2022.

Sources: Wikipedia, available at https://www.wikipedia.org | BabyNames.com, available at https://www.babynames.com

How popular Kelty first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Kelty first name (1880 - Now)

Sources: Social Security Administration, available at https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/babynames/



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