Kensie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-see / /ˈkɛn.si/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: 'fire'; English: diminutive of Mackenzie
Historical & Cultural Background
Kensie is often considered a modern variation of the name Mackenzie, which has Scottish origins. The name Mackenzie itself was originally a surname derived from a place name in Scotland. Over time, Kensie has emerged as a standalone given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity in recent years as a feminine name.
Trend Summary
Kensie has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kensy
- Kenzie
International Variants
- Kensy (English)
Famous people named Kensie
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Fictional characters named Kensie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kensie was first seen in the United States in 1978. Kensie has ranked as high as #1301 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kensie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kensie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 67 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 50 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 19 |