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Kingsley

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Kingsley is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “An English surname turned given name, meaning 'from the king's meadow'.”. It currently ranks #1673 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2020.

Letters8
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Kingsley Means

An English surname turned given name, meaning 'from the king's meadow'.

The Story of Kingsley

This name conjures images of royal meadows and distinguished leadership, a name of stature for your child.

Kingsley began as an English surname, derived from Old English elements meaning 'king's meadow' or 'Cynƿald's clearing.' It implies a place of importance and natural bounty, associated with nobility and land. As a given name, it emerged in the late 19th century, gaining traction throughout the 20th century as parents sought names with historical gravitas and a sense of commanding presence.

Imagine the feeling of standing in a wide, open field, bathed in sunlight, with a sense of calm authority. That is the essence of Kingsley. It’s a name that feels grounded yet distinguished, suggesting a child destined for leadership, but with the grace of natural nobility. When you write Kingsley on a birth announcement, you are setting forth a vision of strength and serene command for your child.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Ben Kingsley

    British actor known for 'Gandhi'.

Personality Traits

NobleStrongLeaderBrave

Peak Year

#667 in 2020

Total Births

8,548

First Recorded

1907

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