Kiel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEEL / /kiːl/Irish; German
Meaning
Irish: slender; German: from the narrow river
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kiel has Irish origins, where it is derived from the word 'ciol', meaning slender. In German, Kiel refers to a geographical feature, specifically a narrow river or channel. The name is also associated with the city of Kiel in Germany, which has historical significance as a naval port. It has been used as a given name in various cultures, reflecting both nature and geography.
Trend Summary
The name Kiel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keil
International Variants
- Kiel (German)
- Kiel (English)
Famous people named Kiel
Kiel Martin was an American actor known for his role in the television series 'Hill Street Blues'.
Fictional characters named Kiel
Kiel is a character in the video game series 'Tales of Symphonia', known for his adventurous spirit.
Kiel is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra', serving as a minor antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiel was first seen in the United States in 1961. Kiel has ranked as high as #843 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Kiel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiel (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 68 |
| 1982 | 194 |
| 1983 | 279 |
| 1984 | 262 |
| 1985 | 221 |
| 1986 | 183 |
| 1987 | 122 |
| 1988 | 85 |
| 1989 | 81 |
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 57 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 51 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 6 |