Kensington Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-sing-ton / /ˈkɛn.sɪŋ.tən/English; Scottish
Meaning
from the king's town; royal town
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kensington is of English origin, derived from a place name in London, which means 'the king's town.' It is also linked to Scottish heritage, where it may refer to various locations named Kensington. The name has been associated with nobility and royal connections, particularly due to Kensington Palace in London.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kensie
- Kensingtona
International Variants
- Kensington (English)
Famous people named Kensington
Kensington Palace — royal residence.
Kensington Market — notable shopping area.
Fictional characters named Kensington
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kensington was first seen in the United States in 1997. Kensington has ranked as high as #1116 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kensington has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kensington (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 114 |
| 2011 | 116 |
| 2012 | 152 |
| 2013 | 224 |
| 2014 | 230 |
| 2015 | 278 |
| 2016 | 264 |
| 2017 | 241 |
| 2018 | 211 |
| 2019 | 171 |
| 2020 | 136 |
| 2021 | 99 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 76 |