Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Kelin since 1968
Babies named Kelin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 62 | 78 |
| 1990s | 74 | 119 |
| 2000s | 119 | 177 |
| 2010s | 51 | 93 |
| 2020s | 5 | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Kelin is a modern American name of uncertain origin, first recorded in 1981. It has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000, achieving its peak in 2006. The name has shown a rising trend since 2022, indicating growing but still rare usage. While its exact derivation is unclear, it is likely a variant of the Irish name Kellen or an inventive spelling of Colin. As a unisex name, Kelin is a contemporary choice that remains uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Kelin is a modern English name whose exact derivation is unclear. It may have emerged as a variant of Colin (itself from Scottish or Irish origins) or as a respelling of Kellen, a name of Irish origin meaning 'slender'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981 and has been used for both boys and girls, with a peak in popularity around 2006.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Keli
Sibling names for Kelin
Names that share Kelin's style, for a brother or sister.
