How Many People Are Named Kelan?
Complete statistics for the name Kelan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Kelan means 'strength' in Sanskrit, making it a powerful choice for parents. Only 1,746 people named Kelan live in the US today, which means just 1 in 189,030 Americans share this rare name. The majority, 76%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 23All 1,790 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: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Kelan Through the Generations
Kelan emerged as a name in the late 20th century, peaking in popularity in 2007 with 201 births. Since then, its usage has been declining, but it remains a name associated with youth and vitality. With 1,365 under-30s, 391 aged 30-60, and only 34 over 60, Kelan is predominantly a younger generation's name, reflecting its status as a modern choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Kelan's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Kelan
How Many People Have the Name Kelan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,746 people in the United States currently share the name Kelan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 189,030 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Kelan a Common or Rare Name?
Kelan 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.
What Does the Name Kelan Mean?
Kelan means "strength" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Kelan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Kelan Most Popular?
The name Kelan reached peak popularity in 2007, with 201 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 Kelan?
Approximately 1,746 people named Kelan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,790. That works out to roughly 1 in 189,030 Americans.
Is Kelan a rare name?
Kelan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 189,030 Americans has this name.
What does the name Kelan mean?
Kelan means "strength" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Kelan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Kelan are male and 0% are female.
When was Kelan most popular?
Kelan peaked in 2007 with 201 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.