Kinney Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIN-ee / /ˈkɪni/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Caoinne'; English: 'from the place of the kin'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kinney has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Caoinne', meaning 'descendant of Caoinne'. It is also found in English contexts, often referring to a geographical location. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting both familial and locational significance.
Trend Summary
The name Kinney has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kenny
- Kinny
International Variants
- Kenny (English)
Famous people named Kinney
Kinney B. M. McCulloch was a notable American politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Kinney O'Connor was an influential figure in the field of education, recognized for his innovative teaching methods.
Fictional characters named Kinney
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kinney was first seen in the United States in 1922. Kinney has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kinney has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kinney
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |