US Popularity:5722
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 #1484 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kelton is currently #5722 in U.S. births
Boy:Kelton is currently #1940 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#5722
in 2023
+ 62
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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