Narrow strip of water or ships foundation
Kiel is primarily a German surname and place name referring to the city of Kiel, derived from the Middle Low German 'kil' meaning a wedge or a narrow bay. It may also relate to the Old Norse 'kjóll' meaning a ship or the keel of a vessel. In some contexts, it is used as a variant of the Gaelic name Kyle, meaning a narrow strait.
Less common today
Kiel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,305 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actor known for the TV series Hill Street Blues
American professional soccer player
