Declining since 2017, #3,459 for girls today.
Popularity of Kynsley since 1999
Babies named Kynsley per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 607 |
| 2020s | 328 |
Meaning & origin
Kynsley first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, a late addition to the wave of stylish -ley names that includes Paisley and Kinsley. Its peak popularity came in 2018, when it reached its highest rank. Since 2017, its usage has been on a downward trajectory, though it remains in use, particularly in Texas, the top state for the name. With a 2025 rank of 3,459 and a 1-in-36,529 occurrence rate, Kynsley remains a rare but recognizable modern choice. The name's appeal lies in its familiar sound and trendy suffix, fitting the pattern of surnames-turned-given-names that have become popular for girls in recent decades.
Kynsley is a modern invented name, likely derived from the English surname Kinsley, which itself comes from a place name meaning 'king's wood' (Old English cyning + leah). Alternatively, it may be a respelling of Kinsey, an English surname originating from the town of Kincey or from a personal name. Kynsley emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, part of the trend for feminine -ley names. It has been used predominantly for girls in the United States.
Where Kynsley is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kyn, Kynie, Lee
Sibling names for Kynsley
Names that share Kynsley's style, for a brother or sister.
