Kenleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kenleigh is an English name that means 'royal clearing'. It has evolved from the Old English term 'Cyningleah' through various forms to its current usage. The name is characterized by its modern appeal and uniqueness, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Kenleigh is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kenleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kenleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3110th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1804th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kenleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kenleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛnli/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Kenleigh is derived from the combination of the Old English elements 'cyning', meaning 'royal', and 'leah', meaning 'wood' or 'clearing'.
Meaning
royal clearing
Language Evolution
Cyningleah, Kenley, Kenleigh
Historical Usage
Kenleigh began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as a modern English name, often considered unique and appealing.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenley, Kendall, Kenny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kenleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with uniqueness and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kenleigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kenleigh"
"Kenleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3110th of 35406 | 802 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1804th of 30306 | 1,389 |
Regional Popularity of "Kenleigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kenleigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.64% 2687th/4582 |
- |
27.23% 1991st/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.57% 1656th/3984 |
59.97% 2691st/4487 |
18.65% 1272nd/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kenleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kenleigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.