Kinsleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kinsleigh is a modern English name derived from the elements 'kin' and 'leigh,' suggesting a meaning related to family in a meadow. Its language path traces back to Old English and has evolved through Middle English to its contemporary form. The name is viewed positively in modern times, embodying uniqueness and a connection to nature.
The name Kinsleigh is most popular in Mississippi, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kinsleigh has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too 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, 'Kinsleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24560th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6440th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1426th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kinsleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kinsleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪnzli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kinsleigh is a contemporary name that likely combines the elements 'kin,' meaning family or relatives, with 'leigh,' which is derived from the Old English 'leah,' meaning meadow or clearing. This suggests a meaning related to family or kin in a meadow.
Meaning
family meadow
Language Evolution
Old English 'leah', Middle English 'leye', Modern English 'leigh', Contemporary formation 'Kinsleigh'
Historical Usage
Kinsleigh is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th to early 21st centuries as part of the trend for unique and creatively constructed names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kinsley, Kinslea, Kinsleigha
Modern Popularity & Image
Kinsleigh is perceived as a modern, trendy, and unique name often associated with a sense of nature and familial ties. It is popular among contemporary parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kinsleigh"
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 "Kinsleigh"
"Kinsleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6440th of 35406 | 296 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1426th of 30306 | 1,907 |
Regional Popularity of "Kinsleigh" 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 "Kinsleigh" 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) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
50.58% 3699th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
34.16% 1361st/3984 |
46.94% 2106th/4487 |
15.57% 1062nd/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kinsleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kinsleigh" 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.