UK boy's name
Kline
A variation of the English surname derived from the Middle English meaning "dweller near a hill or slope".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kline is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kline popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2859, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1996 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Kline. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kline ranked #2859 for boys in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 4 boys were registered as Kline.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kline as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2859
1997
Births in 1997
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Kline mean?
The name Kline is believed to have originated from the German language and culture. It is derived from the Old German word "klein," which means "small" or "little." The name likely emerged during the Middle Ages in the Germanic regions of Central Europe.
In its earliest forms, the name Kline was often spelled as "Klein" or "Kleine." Over time, as the name spread to other regions and languages, variations in spelling arose, leading to the modern English spelling of "Kline."
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Kline can be found in the medieval German epic poem "Das Nibelungenlied," dating back to the 13th century. In this work, a character named Kline is mentioned, although it is unclear whether this was a given name or a surname.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kline. One such person was Johannes Kline (1592-1655), a German theologian and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of metaphysics.
Another notable figure was Elizabeth Kline (1746-1821), an American pioneer and frontierwoman who played a crucial role in the settlement of the Ohio River Valley. Her bravery and resilience during the Revolutionary War era earned her a place in American folklore.
In the world of literature, Franz Kline (1910-1962) was an influential American abstract expressionist painter known for his bold, gestural paintings that emphasized the physical act of painting itself.
Moving to the realm of science, Amos Kline (1868-1942) was an American astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of comets and asteroids. He discovered several celestial objects during his career and had an asteroid named in his honor.
Lastly, in the field of politics, Eliza Kline (1856-1932) was a prominent American suffragist and activist who dedicated her life to advocating for women's rights and securing the right to vote for women in the United States.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Kline, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and the diverse range of accomplishments associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kline over time
The chart below shows babies named Kline registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 1997. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kline, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 1997, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kline by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kline was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2608 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Kline
- Kieran 30,429
- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kline: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kline in the UK right now?
In 1997, Kline was ranked #2859 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kline most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 4 babies registered as Kline in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kline?
A variation of the English surname derived from the Middle English meaning "dweller near a hill or slope".
How many people are called Kline in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Kline across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.