Helly: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehlly
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Holy

Helly is a rare feminine name derived from roots meaning “holy” or “blessed.” It shares connections with names like Helga and Helle, popular in Scandinavian cultures. The name carries a spiritual and pure connotation, suitable for those valuing sacredness and virtue.

Helly Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Helly is currently #32080 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Helly is currently #18574 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Helly is currently #15589 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Helly is currently #8994 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Helly is currently #16444 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Helly is currently #9461 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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