Kelly Green
HEX: #4CBB17 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#4CBB17
76, 187, 23
100°, 87% ,73%
59.36, 0, 87.7, 26.67
About Kelly Green
Kelly Green (#4CBB17) is a color with RGB(76, 187, 23) and HSL(100.61°, 87.7%, 73.33%). It is commonly associated with Bold, Playful moods. In design, it fits Neon, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #8617BB, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #174CBB and #BB174C. The name comes from Kelly (English).
- HEX: #4CBB17
- RGB: 76, 187, 23
- HSL: 100.61°, 87.7%, 73.33%
- Mood: Bold, Playful
- Style: Neon, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #8617BB
- Triadic colors: #174CBB, #BB174C
- The name comes from Kelly (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #4CBB17 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'Kelly Green' is a vibrant, medium shade of green that became strongly associated with Ireland. The 'Kelly' in its name likely refers to the common Irish surname, symbolizing the widespread presence of Irish people and their cultural identity. It's a shade often seen in depictions of the Irish landscape, shamrocks, and leprechauns. Its popularity grew as a way to represent Irish heritage, especially among Irish diaspora communities. While green has long been a color of Ireland (dating back to the 17th century with the Irish Catholic Confederation), the specific 'Kelly Green' nomenclature solidified its place as a distinct and recognizable shade.
First Recorded Use
The exact first use of 'Kelly Green' as a color name is difficult to pinpoint to a single date, but it gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in association with Irish culture and St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Cultural Associations
Kelly Green is perhaps most famously and widely recognized as the color of St. Patrick's Day. It is a staple in Irish parades, decorations, and attire during the holiday. Beyond St. Patrick's Day, it is frequently used by sports teams (e.g., Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets in certain eras) and brands to evoke a sense of freshness, nature, or Irish heritage. It's a cheerful and energetic color that often symbolizes luck, growth, and vitality.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #4CBB17;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #4CBB17;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #4CBB17;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#4CBB17,
#D07FF7
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#4CBB17,
#D07FF7
);
}// SCSS variable
$kelly-green: #4CBB17;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$kelly-green-r: 76;
$kelly-green-g: 187;
$kelly-green-b: 23;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $kelly-green;
color: rgba($kelly-green-r, $kelly-green-g, $kelly-green-b, 0.8);
}