Kelvin
Male name · ↓ Falling
19,476
Total Births
1961
Peak Year
#955
Rank 2023
1950
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Kelvin
Kelvin is a male name that was once widely popular but has declined in recent decades. It peaked during the 1960s with significant usage. Approximately 19,476 Americans have been given this name since 1880.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1950s | 2,074 births |
| 1960s | 4,706 births |
| 1970s | 3,159 births |
| 1980s | 2,788 births |
| 1990s | 2,868 births |
| 2000s | 2,334 births |
| 2010s | 1,199 births |
| 2020s | 348 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Kelvin?
Kelvin has been given to 19,476 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1961 with 544 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #955.
Is Kelvin a boy or girl name?
Kelvin is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Kelvin most popular?
Kelvin was most popular in 1961, when 544 babies were given this name. The name has been declining in popularity.
How old is the name Kelvin?
Kelvin first appeared in US records in 1950.