Kynlee
Kynlee is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Fair warrior or hero, derived from the Gaelic roots of Kinley.
Origin and history
Kynlee is a modern American name created as a contemporary spelling variation of Kinley, blending traditional Gaelic name elements into a trendy modern format. It gained popularity in the United States during the early 21st century alongside similar surname-style and '-lee' ending names. It remains a moderately popular choice for baby girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
6,242 babies in the United States have been named Kynlee since 1880. It ranks #2156 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #986.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.2 %)
- OK (6.4 %)
- MO (5.1 %)
- TN (5.1 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 43 |
| 2000-2010 | 570 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,193 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,436 |
Nicknames
Kyn, Lee
Fun facts
- Kynlee reflects the popular 21st-century trend of substituting 'y' for 'i' or 'e' in established names.
- Although a modern creation, its root Kinley derives from the Gaelic surname McKinley or name Cinnéidigh.