US Popularity:5784
Origin:British
Meaning:town of the keels
Kelton is a masculine name of British origin. Sharing its namesake with an old English town, Kelton means "town of the keels." This town evolved from a seaside port, where settlers made keels for sailing boats and shipping vessels. As a boy's name, Kelton can be shortened to Kel, Kelly, or Elton. Musical lovers will be intrigued to learn that singer Roy Orbison's middle name is Kelton. From quaint English villages to famous rock stars, a name like Kelton offers baby an exciting mix of inspiration.

Kelton Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kelton is currently #4533 on The Bump
Boy:Kelton is currently #1501 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kelton is currently #5784 in U.S. births
Boy:Kelton is currently #1938 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#5784
in 2022
- 1803
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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