Kelson
Kelson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Keld, or person from Kelston.
Origin and history
Kelson is an English surname-derived given name, traditionally understood as a patronymic meaning 'son of Keld' or a habitational name related to Kelston in Somerset. While historically uncommon, it has seen steady, moderate use in the United States as a modern alternative to names like Kelton or Nelson.
Popularity in the United States
1,404 babies in the United States have been named Kelson since 1880. It ranks #3315 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1763.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.5 %)
- HI (21.1 %)
- TX (20 %)
- UT (18.9 %)
- GA (5.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 148 |
| 1990-2000 | 310 |
| 2000-2010 | 386 |
| 2010-2019 | 385 |
| 2020-2029 | 164 |
Fun facts
- Kelson was originally used as an English family name before transitioning into a given name.
- The name fits neatly alongside similar modern choices such as Kelson, Kelton, and Kellan.