Holding steady.
Popularity of Kell since 1915
Babies named Kell per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1960, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Kell's real moment was 1915.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Kell is a rare and simple given name with Old English roots. According to U.S. Social Security data, the name was first recorded in 1915, which also marks its peak year. The name has remained stable in usage, never entering the top 1000 and with no recorded occurrences in recent decades. Its concise sound and connection to the surname Kellogg give it a rugged, surname-like appeal. While it has appeared in top states such as none, its scarcity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Kell is a rare given name and surname of Old English origin, possibly a short form of the surname Kellogg or a variant of the name Kel. It may also be habitational, derived from places named Kell in England. The name has been in occasional use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Kel
Sibling names for Kell
Names that share Kell's style, for a brother or sister.
