Kinsey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIN-zee / /ˈkɪn.zi/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Caoinseach'; English: 'king's meadow'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kinsey is derived from the Irish surname Caoinseach, which means 'gentle' or 'beautiful'. It has also been used as a given name in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the Kinsey Reports, which were influential studies on human sexuality published in the mid-20th century.
Trend Summary
Kinsey has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kinsie
- Kynsie
International Variants
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Famous people named Kinsey
Kinsey Millhone is a fictional private investigator in the 'Alphabet Series' of mystery novels by Sue Grafton.
Fictional characters named Kinsey
Kinsey Millhone is the main character in Sue Grafton's 'Alphabet Series', known for her sharp wit and investigative skills.
Kinsey is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kinsey was first seen in the United States in 1968. Kinsey has ranked as high as #1034 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kinsey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kinsey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 65 |
| 1982 | 47 |
| 1983 | 69 |
| 1984 | 63 |
| 1985 | 66 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1987 | 82 |
| 1988 | 81 |
| 1989 | 92 |
| 1990 | 134 |
| 1991 | 170 |
| 1992 | 201 |
| 1993 | 188 |
| 1994 | 192 |
| 1995 | 197 |
| 1996 | 216 |
| 1997 | 181 |
| 1998 | 255 |
| 1999 | 242 |
| 2000 | 252 |
| 2001 | 265 |
| 2002 | 214 |
| 2003 | 234 |
| 2004 | 228 |
| 2005 | 250 |
| 2006 | 294 |
| 2007 | 285 |
| 2008 | 242 |
| 2009 | 250 |
| 2010 | 269 |
| 2011 | 313 |
| 2012 | 248 |
| 2013 | 241 |
| 2014 | 227 |
| 2015 | 173 |
| 2016 | 171 |
| 2017 | 138 |
| 2018 | 138 |
| 2019 | 82 |
| 2020 | 108 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 125 |
| 2023 | 103 |
| 2024 | 76 |