How Many People Are Named Keelin?

Complete statistics for the name Keelin: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Keelin
Very Rare
Irish

Keelin is an uncommon Irish name, very rare in the US with only 1,367 people bearing it today, which means 1 in 241,447 Americans have this name. The majority, 77%, are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.

~578
Living in US
1 in 573,442
Americans
2002
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Irish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Strong Independent
11
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 11 are thought to be highly intuitive and sensitive, often acting as spiritual leaders.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,916
Worldwide Bearers
#359,531
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,367
🇮🇪 Ireland
89
🇬🇧 England
31
🇿🇦 South Africa
17
🇨🇦 Canada
15
🇬🇧 Northern Ireland
11
🇲🇾 Malaysia
5
🇹🇭 Thailand
5
🇵🇭 Philippines
5
🇦🇺 Australia
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
342 (25%)
♀ Female
1,025 (75%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
1,065
Would be under 30 (77%)
312
Would be 30–60 (22%)
10
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 1,387 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2002

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
26
Modern Appeal
94
International
76

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Keelin Through the Generations

Keelin has seen its popularity rise and fall over the years, peaking in 2002 with 70 births. Today, it's a name mostly associated with younger generations, with 1,065 people under 30 compared to just 10 over 60. This trend reflects its status as a newer-generation name, declining in recent times but still cherished by many families.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 27
Massachusetts 12
Texas 10
New York 6
Florida 5
Georgia 5
Pennsylvania 5

✨ Similar Names to Keelin

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Keelin's Irish roots

📄 About the Name Keelin

How Many People Have the Name Keelin?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 578 people in the United States currently share the name Keelin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 573,442 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Keelin a Common or Rare Name?

Keelin is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Keelin in SSA data, approximately 25% are male and 75% are female.

When Was Keelin Most Popular?

The name Keelin reached peak popularity in 2002, with 70 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Keelin?

Approximately 578 people named Keelin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 578. That works out to roughly 1 in 573,442 Americans.

Is Keelin a rare name?

Keelin is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 573,442 Americans has this name.

What does the name Keelin mean?

The meaning and origin of Keelin are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Keelin more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 25% of people named Keelin are male and 75% are female.

When was Keelin most popular?

Keelin peaked in 2002 with 70 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US578
All-Time Births578
1 in X1 in 573,442
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2002
World Rank#359,531
Male %25%
Female %75%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.