Kenslee
2025 SSA
About Kenslee
Kenslee is a contemporary feminine name that emerged in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward creative spellings and combination names. It typically blends elements of names like Kensley, McKenzie, or Kennedy with the popular '-lee' suffix that conveys a sense of meadow or clearing. This distinctively American creation offers a modern, Southern-inspired sound while maintaining femininity. Kenslee has been steadily increasing in usage, particularly in the United States' southern regions, as parents seek unique yet accessible names for their daughters. The name projects qualities of independence and charm while providing the versatility of nicknames like Ken, Kenny, or Lee.
Pronounced KENZ-lee.
As of October 2026, Kenslee ranked #3363 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1905 for girls in 2018.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,432 | 75 | 42 |
| 2015 | #2,391 | 77 | 43.1 |
| 2016 | #2,024 | 98 | 55.3 |
| 2017 | #1,958 | 102 | 59.1 |
| 2018 | #1,905 | 105 | 61.7 |
| 2019 | #1,996 | 97 | 57.8 |
| 2020 | #2,124 | 86 | 53.2 |
| 2021 | #2,399 | 75 | 45.7 |
| 2022 | #2,373 | 78 | 47.6 |
| 2023 | #2,659 | 66 | 41.1 |
| 2024 | #3,241 | 49 | 30.2 |
| 2025 | #3,363 | 46 | 28.6 |