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Kinza

KIN-zah · Of debated origin; possibly derived from the Arabic word for 'treasure' or 'hidden treasure,' or a variant of the Japanese name Kinza meaning 'golden seat.'

2025 rank (girls)
#4,460
Babies named in 2025
31
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 51,847 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #4,460 for girls today.

Popularity of Kinza since 1990

Babies named Kinza per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1428421990200020102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s80
2000s124
2010s174
2020s205

Meaning & origin

Kinza is a name with intriguing dual origins, blending Arabic and Japanese roots. In the U.S., it first appeared on the popularity charts in 1990 and has seen a gradual but modest rise, peaking at rank 4460 in 2022. However, its trajectory has been falling since 2022. The name is most common in Texas, according to Social Security data. With a unique sound and a meaning associated with treasure, Kinza appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both exotic and accessible.

The name Kinza has multiple potential origins. In Arabic, it is related to 'kanz,' meaning treasure or hidden treasure, and is sometimes used as a feminine given name in Muslim communities. In Japanese, Kinza can be composed of the elements 'kin' (gold) and 'za' (seat), historically referring to a guild of goldsmiths. The name has also been associated with a character in the book 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho, though this usage is a transliteration of the Arabic. Modern usage in the United States has been recorded since 1990, with modest popularity.

Where Kinza is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Kinza” around the world

Where Kinza lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kin, Kins, Kiki

Variants: Kinza, Kenzie

Sibling names for Kinza

Names that share Kinza's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Zara, Aisha, Layla, Noor, Maya

Brothers: Zayn, Omar, Amir, Rayan, Khalid

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kinza mean?
Kinza is thought to mean 'treasure' or 'hidden treasure' in Arabic, and 'golden seat' in Japanese.
How popular is the name Kinza?
As of 2025, Kinza ranked 4460 in the U.S., with about 1 in 51,847 girls given the name that year. Its peak popularity was in 2022.
Is Kinza a boy or girl name?
Kinza is typically used as a girl's name.