Kinzley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kinzley is an English name that originates from a combination of Old English elements meaning 'king's meadow'. It has evolved through historical forms and gained popularity as a modern given name, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is associated with traits of individuality and modernity, with no biblical relevance.
The name Kinzley is most popular in Iowa, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kinzley 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, 'Kinzley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4481st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1297th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kinzley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kinzley"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪnzli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kinzley is a modern name that likely originated as a surname derived from a place name, possibly related to the Old English elements 'cyning', meaning 'king', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
king's meadow
Language Evolution
Old English: Cyningleah, Middle English: Kyngeleye, Modern English: Kinzley
Historical Usage
Kinzley emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity as a feminine name in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kinsley, Kinslee, Kynsley
Modern Popularity & Image
Kinzley is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and individuality.
Famous People
Kinzley McVeigh, an American social media influencer, Kinzley Wright, a prominent figure in contemporary art
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kinzley"
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 "Kinzley"
"Kinzley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4481st of 35406 | 479 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1297th of 30306 | 2,189 |
Regional Popularity of "Kinzley" 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 "Kinzley" 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) |
59.10% 2708th/4582 |
- |
42.16% 3083rd/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.17% 963rd/3984 |
65.19% 2925th/4487 |
18.57% 1267th/6822 |
26.15% 1641st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kinzley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kinzley" 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.