Kelso Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Scottish
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Kelso means strength and resilience.
Meaning of the Name Kelso
Kelso is a name of Scottish origin. It is derived from the place name 'Coldinghamshire' in the Scottish Borders. The town of Kelso is known for its historic abbey and picturesque scenery. The name Kelso is often associated with strength, resilience, and a sense of adventure.
Popularity of the Name Kelso
The popularity for the name Kelso peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 19 births, which ranked number 11,177 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Kelso had the most male births in 2022 with 19, which ranked number 4,994 out of 14,255 male names. The number of births for the name Kelso has increased sharply over the last ten years from 7 births to 19 births, an increase of 171.43%. Among males, Kelso has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 7 births to 19 births, an increase of 171.43%.
Nationwide Popularity of Kelso
- 20 Year Trend of Kelso: 111.11%
- 10 Year Trend of Kelso: 171.43%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Kelso: 171.43%
Popularity of Kelso by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Kelso. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Kelso in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Kelso is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Kelso
- Total Births of Kelso: 21 (10.50%)
- Male Births of Kelso: 21 (10.50%)
Given the upward trend of Kelso over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 10.50% increase in total births, for a total of 21 births in 2024. Male births for Kelso have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 21 male births in 2024, an increase of 10.50%.