Keeley is a unique and contemporary given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Cléirigh, which means 'descendant of the bright-headed one'. This unisex name has gained popularity in recent years due to its modern sound and its association with notable figures such as actress Keeley Hawes. It is pronounced /ˈkiːli/ with emphasis on the first syllable.
The name Keeley has seen variable popularity over the years, with a total of 49 babies named Keeley between 1969 and 2005. The name's most popular periods were during the late 1970s to early 1980s and again in the late 1990s to early 2000s, each period seeing six births per year.