Girl · 83rd of 30,306
Kinsley
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
47,526
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2017
Peak Popularity Year
4,064
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kinsley 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
Kinsley is an English name that means 'king's meadow' and originates from an Old English surname referring to a place in England. It has evolved from its early forms and has become popular in modern times, particularly in the U.S. The name carries a contemporary charm and is often associated with uniqueness. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪnzli/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Kinsley is derived from an Old English surname that originally referred to a place in England. It is composed of the elements 'cyning' meaning 'king' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
king's meadow
Language Evolution
Old English: Cyninges leah, Middle English: Kynesley, Modern English: Kinsley
Historical Usage
Kinsley began to gain popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a fashionable choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Kinsleigh, Kynsley, Kinslea
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kinsley is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of uniqueness and charm.
Famous People
Kinsley McCulloch, notable social media personality, Kinsley Beech, emerging actress
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,064 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 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 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9449th of 16616 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12454th of 24088 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7476th of 23106 | 125 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4586th of 27321 | 313 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 612th of 35406 | 7,465 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 83rd of 30306 | 39,518 |