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Kesler

♂ Boy

Pronounced KESS-lur /ˈkɛs.lər/High

Meaning: From the German surname Kessler/Kesler, an occupational name for a maker of kettles and copper vessels (from Kessel, 'kettle'). Carried into American given-name use as a crisp surname pick.Medium

In 30 seconds: A workshop name: Kesler comes from a German surname for a kettle-maker or coppersmith (said 'KESS-lur').
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningFrom the German surname Kessler/Kesler, an occupational name for a maker of kettles and copper vessels (from Kessel, 'kettle'). Carried into American given-name use as a crisp surname pick.
U.S. rank (2024)#13272 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 303

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919912024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kesler comes from the German occupational surname Kessler, from Kessel, 'kettle' — a maker of kettles and copper vessels. German immigrant families carried it to America, where it has lately been taken up as a given name (said 'KESS-lur').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and sturdy.

Did you know? The German surname Kessler once marked a family trade — making kettles and copper pots. As a given name, Kesler keeps that sturdy, hands-on ring, which we note.
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Kesler — German surname Kessler, from Kessel 'kettle'

Variations

KesslerKesselerKeslar

Nicknames

KesKess

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kesler mean?

Kesler means 'kettle-maker' or 'coppersmith', from a German occupational surname.

How do you pronounce Kesler?

It's said KESS-lur /ˈkɛs.lər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kesler a boy or girl name?

Kesler is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Kesler?

Kesler is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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