Kelle
boy nameKelle entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #3601 in 1964, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1960–2025
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rank today
#3601
peak (1964)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3879 |
| 1980s | #6139 |
| 1990s | #8435 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kelle are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kelle alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 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 boy names.
- When was the name Kelle most popular?
- Kelle peaked in 1964, reaching #3601 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelle with classmates?
- Kelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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