Kestrel Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKES-truhl / ˈkɛs.trəlEnglish; Middle English
Meaning
bird of prey; falcon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kestrel is derived from the Middle English word for a small falcon. Kestrels are known for their distinctive hovering flight and are found in various parts of the world. The name has gained popularity as a given name in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It evokes a sense of nature and freedom.
Trend Summary
Kestrel has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a unique name choice in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kestrel was first seen in the United States in 1985. Kestrel has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kestrel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kestrel (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 8 |