Kellan
boy name#1030 in 2025Kellan entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #363 in 2011, ranks #1030 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1958–2025
#1030
rank today
#363
peak (2011)
215
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3559 |
| 1980s | #1860 |
| 1990s | #1862 |
| 2000s | #1256 |
| 2010s | #469 |
| 2020s | #872 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kellan has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Kellan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kellan is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kellan in 2025?
- Kellan ranks #1030 among US boy names in 2025, with 215 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kellan most popular?
- Kellan peaked in 2011, reaching #363 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kellan with classmates?
- Kellan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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