Kellen is a unique and attractive given name of American origin, derived from the Irish surname 'Cullen', which means 'gallant' or 'high chief'. It was originally used as a surname before being adopted as a first name in the 20th century. The name Kellen has gained popularity in recent decades due to its modern sound and the success of several individuals with this name in various fields, including acting, sports, and literature.
The name Kellen has seen a varied popularity over the years, with significant peaks and valleys. In its early years, it was quite popular, reaching a peak of 9 births each year from 1961 to 1963, before declining sharply in subsequent years until 1975 when it regained some traction with 7 births. However, the name's popularity surged dramatically starting in 1981, reaching its zenith in 1987 and 1988 with 54 and 57 births respectively. This period of high popularity lasted until around 1995 when the number of annual births began to decline again. Since then, Kellen has maintained a steady but low level of popularity, with no more than 26 births per year since 1997. The most recent data from 2023 shows that there were 10 births, indicating that the name's popularity has stabilized at this lower level in recent years. Overall, a total of 1260 babies named Kellen have been born over these decades.