Alternatives To Kinsley

Kenna is the Scottish version of Kendra, both of which are feminine versions of Kenneth. Used in the TV show Reign for one of the supporting characters.

Similar to Kinsley, this modern choice has become much more popular in recent years; it first entered the Top 1000 in 2011. Part of its appeal might be that it sounds reminiscent of the overly-popular McKenzie.

Take away the Mac and what do you have? Rather than "son of Kenneth," the meaning becomes simply Kenneth, which in itself means son of fire or handsome.

Kia is a sweet, simple name that is now, unfortunately, associated with a Korean car label. Better today: Nia, Thea, or Keira.

Kieran is a boys' name that could cross over, as an update of outmoded Karen or a variation on trendy Kiera (or Keira or Kyra). Keren Ann is an Israeli-born singer. The proportion of babies named Kieran who are girls is less than ten percent, but is slowly growing. Kieran had an increase in use for girls in 2022.

Kiley is one of the more reasonable of the Kylie variations, which also include Kilea, Kilee, Kileigh, Kili, Kilie, Kylee, Kyley, Kyli, ad infinitum. Despite its similarity to the popular Riley, the high ranking Kylie will ensure that this choice comes with spelling confusion. For our part, we'd rather people stuck with the original Kylie, especially seeing as that is a Noongar Aboriginal word.

Kimberly's heyday was in the 1960s and 70s, when it ranked among the Top 10. While it hasn't been stylish for decades, it's evidenced more staying power than some former hot girl names, remaining among the Top 300 girl names in the US, where it's stood for 70 years.

Kindall is a modern unisex name that has gained more traction as a feminine name in recent years. It appears to be a variant spelling of Kendall, which originated as an English surname derived from a place name in Cumbria meaning 'valley of the River Kent.' The spelling variation with 'i' instead of 'e' gives the name a distinctive touch while maintaining the familiar sound. The name suggests kindness through its first syllable, which may contribute to its appeal. Kindall gained modest popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in the United States. The name's balance of familiarity and uniqueness makes it attractive to parents seeking contemporary names with traditional structures.

Kindra is a feminine name that emerged in the mid-20th century as a creative variation, possibly derived from the word "kin" or as a blend of names like Kimberly and Sandra. It may also relate to the Welsh name Kendra, which comes from the place name Kendrick, meaning "royal ruler" or "champion." The name has a melodic quality with its balanced syllables and the pleasant combination of the strong 'k' sound followed by softer consonants. While never extremely common, Kindra saw modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s. The name carries positive connotations of kindness and strength, making it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.

Regal Kingsley seems like an all-boy name, but a growing number of parents have bestowed this name on a girl. Credit the ever-trendier -ley suffix.

The capital of Jamaica is also a popular name for American baby boys, but child actress Kingston Foster is a notable female bearer.

Kinna is a concise feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Swedish origins as a short form of names containing 'kind' (meaning 'child'), or it could be related to the Scottish place name Kinneff. Some also connect it to the Arabic word 'hinna' (henna). This multicultural background gives Kinna versatility across different heritage traditions. The name has a strong yet feminine sound with its crisp consonants balanced by soft vowels. Kinna's brevity makes it modern and practical, while its international roots add depth. Though uncommon in most countries, its straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible. Parents might choose Kinna for its distinctive quality combined with simplicity and subtle nature-inspired undertones.

The name of a lake in Israel, known as the Sea of Galilee in English. The lake's name is derived from Hebrew kinnor "harp", due to its shape.

Kinnia is an ancient Irish saint's name — legend has it she was a maiden baptized by St. Patrick.

Kinnsey is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Kinsey or Quincy. With the distinctive double 'n' spelling, it offers a unique twist on these more established names. Kinsey traditionally began as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'king's island' or 'royal victory.' As a first name, Kinnsey has a contemporary, slightly preppy sound while maintaining femininity. The name gained some recognition after the publication of the Kinsey Reports on human sexuality in the mid-20th century, though this spelling variant remains quite rare. Its combination of traditional roots with modern styling gives it an appealing blend of familiarity and uniqueness.

Kinsey enjoyed popularity blip thanks to similarity to Lindsay, and because of Sue Grafton's alphabet mysteries heroine, Kinsey Millhone. Now, Kinsley has become more popular than Kinsey.

A rare and refined Irish place name (Cinn Mhara) turned baby name, belonging to a picturesque harbor town. As a given name, it has received occasional use especially amongst the upper classes in Britain. Lady Kinvara Balfour is an English playwright and novelist.

Kinza might sound or look like a modern choice, inspired by Kenzie and Kinzley, however, it is a variation of the Arabic Kanza and Kenza with the appealing meaning "treasure". It was one of the fastest rising names in the UK in 2023.

This endearing nickname name is one Katherine pet form that predates all the Kathys and Katies, having been fairly common in the eighteenth century. With the current mini-craze for animal-related names, Kitty is sounding cute and cuddly again—she's already jumped back onto the U.K. list, at number 199.

Popular pop name, inspired by Australian singer Kylie Minogue. It was at its height in Australia in the 1970s and early 80s; often cited as a Noongar name meaning "boomerang".