Kelson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEL-sun / /ˈkɛl.sən/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: son of the elder; Scottish: from the place of the elder tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Kelson is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a surname that has transitioned into a first name. The name may also be linked to Scottish heritage, where it can refer to geographical locations. Its usage as a first name has been more common in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Kelson has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kelson
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kelson was first seen in the United States in 1962. Kelson has ranked as high as #1329 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kelson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kelson (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 41 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 49 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 22 |