Keldon
Keldon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Deep valley, well, or spring hill.
Origin and history
Keldon is a rare masculine given name in the United States, likely originating as an English surname derived from place names combining Old English or Celtic elements related to a valley or spring. It remains relatively uncommon, with around 600 total male births recorded in the U.S. since 1880. The name gained some visibility in modern sports contexts.
Popularity in the United States
615 babies in the United States have been named Keldon since 1880. It ranks #4061 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- TX (66.7 %)
- UT (33.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 32 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 204 |
| 2010-2019 | 175 |
| 2020-2029 | 43 |
Famous people named Keldon
- Keldon Johnson: Basketball Player
Nicknames
Kel, Don
Fun facts
- The name reached broader recognition through professional basketball player Keldon Johnson.
- Like many modern male names ending in '-don', Keldon developed from an English place-name or family name.