Find out how popular the last name Kelt is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Kelt.

Kelt, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Kelt surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kelt in America

Kelt is the 123796th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kelt surname appeared 139 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Kelt.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kelt to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Kelt

The surname KELT is believed to have originated in the British Isles, with its roots traced back to the ancient Celts who inhabited various regions of the islands. The name is derived from the Old English word "Celt," which referred to these ancient inhabitants.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname KELT can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This historical document contains references to individuals bearing variations of the name, such as Celte and Kelti.

During the Middle Ages, the KELT surname was predominantly found in regions with strong Celtic influences, such as Wales, Scotland, and parts of England. The name was often associated with families who traced their lineage back to the ancient Celts or had connections to Celtic culture and traditions.

One notable figure bearing the KELT surname was Sir John Kelt, a Welsh nobleman who lived during the 14th century. He played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence, fighting alongside Robert the Bruce. Another individual of note was Elizabeth Kelt, a Scottish writer and poet who lived in the 16th century and contributed to the literary traditions of her time.

In the 17th century, the KELT surname spread across the British Isles, with families bearing this name settling in various regions. One such example is William Kelt, an English merchant who established a successful trade business in London during the 1600s.

As the centuries progressed, the KELT surname continued to be found in various parts of the British Isles, with some families also migrating to other parts of the world, including North America and Australia. One notable figure from more recent history was James Kelt, an Australian explorer who led several expeditions into the outback during the late 19th century.

Another individual of significance was Mary Kelt, an Irish-born writer and activist who played a prominent role in the Irish independence movement in the early 20th century. She was known for her passionate advocacy for Irish culture and traditions.

Despite its ancient origins, the KELT surname has endured throughout the centuries, carrying with it the rich heritage and traditions of the Celtic peoples. While its prevalence may have fluctuated over time, the name continues to be a part of the tapestry of surnames found across various regions of the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kelt

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Kelt.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Kelt was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Kelt has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Kelt was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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