Steely

Steely is an uncommon feminine name that emerged as a modern English coinage, drawing from the word 'steel.' It evokes qualities of strength, resilience, and determination—characteristics associated with the metal itself. The name may have gained some recognition through cultural references like the jazz-rock band Steely Dan, formed in the 1970s. As a given name, Steely remains quite rare, appealing to parents seeking distinctive, strong-sounding names with contemporary flair. The name carries an industrial, modern edge while maintaining a surprisingly melodic quality. Its rarity makes it stand out in a crowd, potentially attracting parents looking for unique alternatives to more common names.

Steely is also given to boys, where it ranks #13632 in the US.

Pronounced STEEL-ee.

As of October 2026, Steely ranked #13632 for boys and #4742 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #4347 for girls in 2023.