Kinsey
Kinsey is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
King's victory.
Origin and history
Kinsey is an English name derived from an Old English surname meaning king's victory. Originally a family name, it transitioned into a popular given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It remains a recognizable given name for girls with modern unisex appeal.
Popularity in the United States
7,818 babies in the United States have been named Kinsey since 1880. It ranks #1892 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1542.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.4 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- GA (6.7 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 87 |
| 1980-1990 | 674 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,976 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,514 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,001 |
| 2020-2029 | 561 |
Nicknames
Kin
Fun facts
- Derived from the Old English given name Cynesige, combining elements meaning king and victory.
- Kinsey gained traction as a given name alongside the late 20th-century trend of using English surnames for girls.