Tinsley
Tinsley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Tynni's clearing or meadow.
Origin and history
Tinsley originates as an English habitational surname derived from a placename in South Yorkshire, traditionally meaning 'Tynni's clearing' or 'field'. It has evolved into a stylish given name in the United States, particularly gaining traction in recent decades. The name carries a modern, preppy surname-as-first-name appeal.
Popularity in the United States
4,659 babies in the United States have been named Tinsley since 1880. It ranks #2560 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #919.
States where it is most popular
- TX (17 %)
- GA (8.5 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- TN (6.2 %)
- NC (5.2 %)
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 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 68 |
| 2000-2010 | 290 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,648 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,622 |
Famous people named Tinsley
- Tinsley Mortimer: Socialite, Television Personality
Nicknames
Tinley, Tins, Lee
Fun facts
- The name originally designated a person from Tinsley, a place in Yorkshire mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.
- Though historical as a surname, Tinsley gained notable momentum as a feminine given name in the early 21st century.