Keldon

Meaning of Keldon

Keldon, pronounced KEL-dən (/ˈkɛldən/), is a masculine name of modern English usage with roots traced to Old English ceald (“cold”) and tūn (“settlement”) or viewed as a variant of Kelton. It debuted on U.S. name charts in the late 1960s, peaking at rank 710 in 1987 before settling into the 800–900 range over subsequent decades. A resurgence around 2014 saw 28 newborns given the name, and today it ranks 916th with eight occurrences in 2024, reflecting a niche yet enduring presence. Its crisp consonant-vowel pattern and familiar “-don” ending resonate particularly with Latin American families seeking names that bridge Anglo and Romance linguistic traditions.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as KEL-dən (/ˈkɛldən/)

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Notable People Named Keldon

Keldon Johnson is an American basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs who played college basketball at Kentucky.
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