Keldrin
A name of uncertain origin and meaning, possibly related to the word "kell" meaning "warrior."
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Keldrin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Keldrin today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Keldrin births was 1988 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Keldrin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Keldrin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1988
5 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1988 SSA rank
#7,923
Tracked since 1988
Popularity
Keldrin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Keldrin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Keldrin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Keldrin
The name Keldrin is believed to be of ancient Germanic origin, with roots that can be traced back to the early medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old Norse words "kelda," meaning "spring" or "well," and "rin," meaning "strong" or "mighty." This combination suggests that the name may have originally been associated with strength, resilience, and a connection to nature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Keldrin can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of Old Norse literature that dates back to the 13th and 14th centuries. In these sagas, Keldrin is mentioned as the name of a legendary warrior who was known for his bravery and unwavering spirit on the battlefield.
Throughout the centuries, the name Keldrin has been linked to several notable individuals. In the 11th century, a Danish nobleman named Keldrin the Wise was renowned for his strategic thinking and diplomatic skills. He played a crucial role in negotiating peace treaties between warring factions and is credited with averting several conflicts.
In the 14th century, a German scholar and philosopher named Keldrin von Schönberg gained recognition for his contributions to the study of natural sciences and his groundbreaking ideas on the interconnectedness of all living beings. His writings were widely circulated and influenced generations of thinkers.
During the Renaissance period, an Italian artist named Keldrin Bianchi made a name for himself as a master fresco painter. His vibrant and intricate works adorned the walls of churches and palaces throughout Italy, earning him commissions from wealthy patrons and noble families.
In more recent times, a famous Norwegian explorer named Keldrin Amundsen (1872-1928) became the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911. His daring expedition and pioneering spirit captured the imagination of people around the world, solidifying his place in the annals of polar exploration.
While the name Keldrin may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and meaningful origins continue to make it a unique and intriguing choice for parents seeking a name with a strong connection to the past.
People
Keldrin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Keldrin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Keldrin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Keldrin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Keldrin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Keldrin a common name?
We classify Keldrin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Keldrin most popular?
The single biggest year for Keldrin was 1988, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Keldrin is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Keldrin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Keldrin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Keldrin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Keldrin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Keldrin in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Keldrin can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Keldrin?
Want to know how many people have the name Keldrin? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.