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Klein
OriginGerman, Yiddish
Meaning"small, little"
US Rank#5506
2025 SSA
About Klein
Designer and brand name can make stylish choices for babies, though most American parents have opted for Calvin over Klein. Nevertheless, Klein has been making the US stats since the 80s, notably after it was used by the character Marty McFly in the classic movie, Back to the Future.
Derived from the German and Yiddish words for "small, little", Klein is predominantly used as a surname; however recent counts have seen it given to around 15 boys each year. It peaked in 2013 when 25 boys received the name, and may appeal to parents who like Clyde, Clive, Kane Kyle, or Kai.
Pronounced KLYNE.
As of October 2026, Klein ranked #5506 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #4017 for boys in 2013.
Popularity & trends
US popularity — history
US rank, lower is more popular · SSA data 2014–2025
Actual · SSA
20142025
18802025
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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