Declining since 2018.
Popularity of Kiing since 2012
Babies named Kiing per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 93 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Kiing is a modern invention, a respelling of 'king' that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012. The name experienced a brief rise, reaching its peak usage in 2018, but has since been on a falling trajectory. Despite its peak, the name has never been common enough to rank in the top 1000, placing it firmly in the realm of rare, unique choices. It has not been recorded in any top states, indicating very niche usage. Parents drawn to Kiing are likely part of the trend of using aspirational word names with distinctive spellings, a fashion that has given rise to many similar names in the modern era.
Kiing is a modern invented spelling of the English word 'king', adopted as a given name in the 2010s. Its use likely reflects a broader trend of using aspirational word names and unique spellings, particularly in the United States. The name has no ancient roots or traditional etymology.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: King
Sibling names for Kiing
Names that share Kiing's style, for a brother or sister.
