Keydren
A modern invented name possibly combining elements of "key" and "dren".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Keydren. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Keydren today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Keydren births was 2010 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Keydren. 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 Keydren. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2010
6 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2010 SSA rank
#11,538
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Keydren: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Keydren from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Keydren 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 Keydren during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Keydren
The name Keydren is an ancient one, its origins tracing back to the Celtic language and culture of the British Isles. Derived from the old Welsh word "Ceidren," which translates to "strong protector" or "guardian of the realm," the name carries a rich history of bravery and valor.
In the early days of the Welsh kingdoms, Keydren was a popular name among the warrior class, bestowed upon those who demonstrated exceptional skill and courage on the battlefield. The earliest recorded instance of the name dates back to the 6th century, when a legendary Welsh warrior named Keydren ap Rhys was celebrated for his heroic deeds during the Battle of Camlann.
As the years passed, the name spread beyond the borders of Wales, finding its way into the annals of Scottish and Irish history. One notable figure was Keydren of Leinster, a 9th-century Irish chieftain renowned for his unwavering leadership and his role in uniting the clans against Viking invaders.
In the 11th century, the name gained further prominence with Keydren the Scribe, a renowned Welsh monk and scholar who dedicated his life to preserving ancient Celtic texts and wisdom. His meticulous work has been invaluable in understanding the cultural heritage of the region.
Another notable bearer of the name was Keydren Pendragon, a 13th-century English knight who fought alongside King Edward I during the Welsh Wars of Independence. His bravery and loyalty earned him a place in the chronicles of the time.
Fast-forwarding to the 15th century, we find Keydren Fitzwilliam, an Irish nobleman and diplomat who played a crucial role in negotiating peace treaties between the English and Irish clans. His diplomatic skills and keen intellect were highly regarded by his contemporaries.
While the name Keydren may have fallen out of popular usage in more recent times, its rich history and symbolic meaning continue to resonate with those who appreciate the cultural heritage of the Celtic nations.
People
Keydren + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Keydren 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
Keydren: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Keydren?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Keydren 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Keydren a common name?
We classify Keydren as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Keydren most popular?
The single biggest year for Keydren was 2010, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Keydren is about 18 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 Keydren in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Keydren a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Keydren 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 Keydren still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Keydren 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 Keydren 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 common is the name Keydren?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.