Girl · 1426th of 30,306
Kinsleigh
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,212
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2021
Peak Popularity Year
210
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kinsleigh stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Kinsleigh is a modern English name derived from the elements 'kin' and 'leigh,' suggesting a meaning related to family in a meadow. Its language path traces back to Old English and has evolved through Middle English to its contemporary form. The name is viewed positively in modern times, embodying uniqueness and a connection to nature.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪnzli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kinsleigh is a contemporary name that likely combines the elements 'kin,' meaning family or relatives, with 'leigh,' which is derived from the Old English 'leah,' meaning meadow or clearing. This suggests a meaning related to family or kin in a meadow.
Meaning
family meadow
Language Evolution
Old English 'leah', Middle English 'leye', Modern English 'leigh', Contemporary formation 'Kinsleigh'
Historical Usage
Kinsleigh is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th to early 21st centuries as part of the trend for unique and creatively constructed names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kinsley, Kinslea, Kinsleigha
Modern Popularity & Image
Kinsleigh is perceived as a modern, trendy, and unique name often associated with a sense of nature and familial ties. It is popular among contemporary parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
Trend Analysis
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Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 210 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6440th of 35406 | 296 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1426th of 30306 | 1,907 |