Rising since 1994, #2,458 for girls today.
Popularity of Keyli since 1994
Babies named Keyli per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2009, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Keyli's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 426 |
| 2010s | 642 |
| 2020s | 442 |
Meaning & origin
Keyli first entered U.S. birth records in 1994, a late arrival among the wave of creatively spelled modern names. Its trajectory has been steadily rising, with a peak in rank and usage in 2024, when it ranked 2,458th (approximately 1 in 22,323 births). The name is most common in Florida, California, and New York, reflecting its appeal in diverse, trend-forward states. Keyli fits a pattern of names built around the "Key-" sound and the "-li" suffix, which has seen broad popularity in names like Kaylee and Hailey. While unburdened by historical or literary associations, Keyli offers a familiar yet distinctive sound for modern parents seeking a unique name.
Keyli is a modern coinage, probably formed by combining the popular sound "Key-" with the fashionable "-li" suffix, resembling names like Kaylee or Hailey. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1994, remaining uncommon but gradually gaining popularity. Its rise reflects a broader trend of unique respelled and phonetically constructed names in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Where Keyli is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Key, Li
Sibling names for Keyli
Names that share Keyli's style, for a brother or sister.
