Kinsey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIN-zee / /ˈkɪn.zi/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'king's meadow'; Irish: 'descendant of Caoinseach'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kinsey is primarily an English surname that has transitioned into a given name. It has roots in Old English, referring to a location associated with a king. The name has also been linked to Irish origins, where it denotes lineage. In modern times, Kinsey has gained popularity as a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for boys.
Trend Summary
Kinsey has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kinsley
International Variants
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Famous people named Kinsey
Kinsey Millhone is a fictional private investigator in the 'Alphabet' series by Sue Grafton.
Fictional characters named Kinsey
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kinsey was first seen in the United States in 1917. Kinsey has ranked as high as #1135 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in . 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
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 |