Kelle
girl nameKelle entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #1081 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1950–2025
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rank today
#1081
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3282 |
| 1960s | #1145 |
| 1970s | #1678 |
| 1980s | #2666 |
| 1990s | #6933 |
| 2000s | #11731 |
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Kelle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelle alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelle in 2025?
- Kelle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kelle most popular?
- Kelle peaked in 1962, reaching #1081 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kelle with classmates?
- Kelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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