Declining since 2010.
Popularity of Kindle since 1964
Babies named Kindle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 23 | 0 |
| 1980s | 64 | 5 |
| 1990s | 104 | 5 |
| 2000s | 136 | 0 |
| 2010s | 182 | 32 |
| 2020s | 26 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kindle is an uncommon American name that first appeared on birth certificates in 1964. It reached its peak popularity in 2011, but has been steadily falling since 2010. The name remains rare with no recorded rank in recent years. Its origins are unclear, possibly a modern coinage from the English word 'kindle' or a variation of Kendra or Kendall. Because of its association with the Amazon e-reader, it may carry contemporary cultural connotations.
Kindle is a name of uncertain origin. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1964, but remained very rare until the early 2000s. It may be a modern coinage inspired by the English verb 'kindle', meaning to light or ignite, or it could be a variant of names like Kendra or Kendall. The name gained some attention around 2011, but its usage has been declining since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kin, Kindi, Lee
Sibling names for Kindle
Names that share Kindle's style, for a brother or sister.
