Kensington Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kensington is derived from the Old English 'Cyninges tun', meaning 'the king's town'. The name has evolved from its original form to its current usage. It is associated with affluence and has historical significance as a fashionable area in London. There is no biblical relevance, and it has variants like Ken and Kenny.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kensington"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛnzɪŋtən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Kensington is derived from 'Kensington', a district in London. The name stems from the Old English personal name 'Cyninges tun', meaning 'the king's town'.
Meaning
the king's town
Language Evolution
Cyninges tun, Kensington
Historical Usage
Kensington gained popularity as a place name in the 19th century, particularly with the development of the area as a fashionable suburb of London.
Variants & Derivatives
Ken, Kenny, Kens
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kensington is associated with affluence and prestige due to its location and historical significance.
Famous People
Kensington Gore (a fictional character), Kensington Palace residents and various British royals
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✨ Kensington Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 292 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kensington"
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 "Kensington"
"Kensington" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13658th of 24088 | 41 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7680th of 23106 | 120 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3041st of 35406 | 826 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1351st of 30306 | 2,063 |
Regional Popularity of "Kensington" 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 "Kensington" 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) |
55.78% 2556th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
40.89% 2990th/7313 |
40.76% 3042nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.51% 1056th/3984 |
38.36% 1721st/4487 |
19.99% 1364th/6822 |
21.34% 1339th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kensington"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kensington" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kensington" in the United States
The name Kensington is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kensington has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Kensington' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13658th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7680th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3041st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1351st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kensington' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.