Kingsley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKINGZ-lee / /ˈkɪŋzli/English; Old English
Meaning
English: King's meadow; Old English: royal field
Historical & Cultural Background
Kingsley is derived from Old English elements, where 'cyning' means king and 'leah' means meadow or clearing. The name has been used in England since the Middle Ages. It gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century, influenced by its use as a surname. Kingsley is often associated with nobility and leadership due to its royal connotations.
Trend Summary
Kingsley has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- King
- Kinsley
International Variants
- Kingsley (English)
- Kinsley (English)
Famous people named Kingsley
Kingsley Amis was a British novelist and poet, known for his works such as 'Lucky Jim'.
Kingsley Shacklebolt is a character in the 'Harry Potter' series, known for being a member of the Order of the Phoenix.
Kingsley Ben-Adir is a British actor recognized for his roles in 'One Night in Miami' and 'The OA'.
Kingsley Coman is a French professional footballer who plays for Bayern Munich.
Fictional characters named Kingsley
Kingsley Shacklebolt is a character in the 'Harry Potter' series, known for being a member of the Order of the Phoenix.
Kingsley is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kingsley was first seen in the United States in 1907. Kingsley has ranked as high as #960 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kingsley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kingsley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 37 | |
| TX | 23 | |
| NY | 20 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| HI | 7 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| OR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 25 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 40 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 87 |
| 2010 | 201 |
| 2011 | 196 |
| 2012 | 244 |
| 2013 | 220 |
| 2014 | 309 |
| 2015 | 323 |
| 2016 | 473 |
| 2017 | 394 |
| 2018 | 402 |
| 2019 | 416 |
| 2020 | 429 |
| 2021 | 374 |
| 2022 | 350 |
| 2023 | 285 |
| 2024 | 228 |