girl name · English origin
Kinsley
/ KINZ-lee /
Meaning
Kinsley means King’s meadow (English).
Gender
Girl
Origin
English
Pronunciation
KINZ-lee
Popularity
#93 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Kinsley in the US, 1880–2025
Kinsley first appears in US records in 1978. It peaked in 2017, when 4,053 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,671.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Kinsley mean?
Kinsley is an English place name meaning “king’s meadow.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kinsley mean?
Kinsley means King’s meadow. Kinsley is an English place name meaning “king’s meadow.”
What is the origin of the name Kinsley?
Kinsley is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Kinsley?
Kinsley is pronounced “KINZ-lee.”
Is Kinsley a boy or a girl name?
Kinsley is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kinsley?
In 2025, Kinsley ranked #93 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kinsley most popular?
Kinsley was most popular in 2017, when about 4,053 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.