Kelen
Boy nameKelen has been given to 214 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It peaked in 2007.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
214
Peak year
2007 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1982
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
12% girls / 88% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kelen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kelen.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kelen?
Kelen has been given to 214 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kelen peak?
Kelen peaked in 2007, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Kelen a girl or boy name?
Kelen is primarily a boy name (88% of babies named Kelen are boys).
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