Kinsley Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKINZ-lee / /ˈkɪnzli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: King's meadow; Irish: Descendant of the Ceanann
Historical & Cultural Background
Kinsley is a name that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a modern name, derived from a surname that originated from a place name. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with girls in contemporary usage. Its rise in popularity can be attributed to trends in unique and nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
Kinsley has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kinsleigh
- Kinsly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kinsley was first seen in the United States in 1981. Kinsley has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Kinsley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kinsley (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 |