Kelven
boy nameKelven entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #2409 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1957–2025
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rank today
#2409
peak (1961)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3257 |
| 1960s | #3506 |
| 1970s | #4925 |
| 1990s | #7822 |
| 2000s | #9813 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kelven are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kelven alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kelven in 2025?
- Kelven is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kelven most popular?
- Kelven peaked in 1961, reaching #2409 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kelven with classmates?
- Kelven will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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