Kelin
boy nameKelin entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #2684 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#2684
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4562 |
| 1990s | #4995 |
| 2000s | #5112 |
| 2010s | #7161 |
| 2020s | #11542 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Kelin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelin alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelin in 2025?
- Kelin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kelin most popular?
- Kelin peaked in 1986, reaching #2684 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelin with classmates?
- Kelin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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