Kjell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKHEL / /çɛl/Scandinavian; Norse
Meaning
Norse: 'kettle' or 'cauldron'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kjell is a traditional Scandinavian name, commonly used in Norway and Sweden. It has roots in Old Norse, reflecting the region's Viking heritage. The name has been popular in various forms throughout history, often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Kjell has seen moderate popularity in Scandinavian countries but is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kjelle
International Variants
- Kjell (Norwegian)
- Kjell (Swedish)
Famous people named Kjell
Kjell Magne Bondevik is a Norwegian politician who served as Prime Minister of Norway.
Kjell Nilsen is a Norwegian artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Kjell
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kjell was first seen in the United States in 1958. Kjell has ranked as high as #1107 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Kjell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kjell (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |