Kelton
k(e)-lton,
kel-ton
US Popularity:5752
Origin:British
Meaning:Keel town; Calf farm; Spring village
Kelton is a masculine name of British origin. Sharing its namesake with an old English town, Kelton means "keel town,” “calf farm,” or “spring village." This town evolved from a seaside port, where settlers made keels for sailing boats and shipping vessels. As a boy's name, Kelton can be shortened to Kel, Kelly, or Elton. Musical lovers will be intrigued to learn that singer Roy Orbison's middle name is Kelton. From quaint English villages to famous rock stars, a name like Kelton offers baby an exciting mix of inspiration.
Kelton Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Kelton is currently #5752 in U.S. births
Boy:Kelton is currently #2663 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2663
in 2023
+ 70
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Kelton, August 2018
Name Doctor, Kelton
Ancestry, Kelton Family History
Hamariweb, Kelton Name Meaning
IMDb, Roy Orbison (1936-1988)
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