Kelon is a name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'kelainos', which means 'dark'. It is typically used as a male given name but can also be found as a surname. In ancient Greek mythology, Kelon was the father of Hippodameia, who was married to Pelops, a king of Greece. The name Kelon has not been widely used throughout history and remains relatively uncommon today.
The name Kelon experienced fluctuations over the years, with its popularity peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It was particularly popular from 1996 to 2004, with annual births ranging between 15 and 18 during this period. However, after 2007, there has been a steady decline in the number of babies named Kelon, with fewer than 10 births per year since then. Overall, from 1975 to 2023, there were a total of 324 births registered as Kelon.