Kindle Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIN-dul / /ˈkɪn.dəl/English; Modern
Meaning
English: to kindle; Modern: to ignite or inspire
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kindle is derived from the English word 'kindle,' which means to ignite or light a fire. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the context of technology, as it is associated with Amazon's Kindle e-reader. The name reflects a modern trend of using words from everyday language as personal names. Its usage is primarily contemporary and not rooted in historical naming traditions.
Trend Summary
Kindle has seen a rise in popularity as a modern name, particularly in the 21st century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kindle was first seen in the United States in 1964. Kindle has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Kindle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kindle (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |