Kel
boy name#12008 in 2025Kel entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #2539 in 1963, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
#12008
rank today
#2539
peak (1963)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3544 |
| 1960s | #3417 |
| 1970s | #3981 |
| 1980s | #6426 |
| 1990s | #6476 |
| 2000s | #7764 |
| 2010s | #10482 |
| 2020s | #11161 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kel alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kel in 2025?
- Kel ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kel most popular?
- Kel peaked in 1963, reaching #2539 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kel with classmates?
- Kel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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