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Kelsey

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɛl.si/
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Meaning & History

From an English place name meaning "Cenel's island", from the Old English name Cenel "fierce" in combination with eg "island".

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Given Name DescendantsKelsea, Kelsey, Kelsi, Kelsie, Kelcey(English)

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feelings, islands, landforms, nicknames, place names, strength
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Entry updated February 28, 2019

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