Kelton
boy name#3314 in 2025Kelton entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #762 in 2002, ranks #3314 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#3314
rank today
#762
peak (2002)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2670 |
| 1920s | #3235 |
| 1930s | #2296 |
| 1940s | #2153 |
| 1950s | #1911 |
| 1960s | #1603 |
| 1970s | #1645 |
| 1980s | #1824 |
| 1990s | #914 |
| 2000s | #899 |
| 2010s | #1338 |
| 2020s | #2476 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kelton has been most popular in TX, MS, UT.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Kelton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelton 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 Kelton in 2025?
- Kelton ranks #3314 among US boy names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kelton most popular?
- Kelton peaked in 2002, reaching #762 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelton with classmates?
- Kelton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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