Town of the Celts or hidden
Kelten is likely a modern variant of the English surname Kelton, which refers to a town of the Celts or a farmstead in a hidden nook. It may also be used as a variation of the German word for Celts. Its usage in the US is rare, often chosen for its contemporary sound and connection to Celtic heritage.
Less common today
Kelten isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,408 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).