Telly
Telly: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Telly?
Since 1880, 82 girls and 1,527 boys in the U.S. have been named Telly (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3627 in 1975. Its highest rank for boys was #469 in 1974. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Sibling name ideas for Telly
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Telly FAQ
How popular is the name Telly?
Since 1880, 82 girls and 1,527 boys in the U.S. have been named Telly (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3627 in 1975. Its highest rank for boys was #469 in 1974. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Telly a boy or girl name?
Telly is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 82 girls and 1,527 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).