Kenslie
A feminine name possibly derived from a surname of English origin.
Name Census estimates that about 581 living Americans carry the first name Kenslie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kenslie today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kenslie births was 2017 (49 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kenslie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
581
~ 1 in 589,939 Americans
Peak year
2017
49 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,510
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Kenslie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kenslie from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 370 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kenslie remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kenslie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kenslie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kenslies live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Texas, Georgia, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Kenslie, while Tennessee, Florida, Alabama recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kenslie
The name Kenslie is a relatively modern invention, with no clear etymology or cultural origin. It appears to be a combination of the name Kenneth, which has Scottish roots and means "born of fire" or "handsome," and the suffix "-lie," which is often used in feminine names.
While the name Kenslie itself does not have a long historical record, there are a few notable individuals who have borne this name. One of the earliest recorded instances is Kenslie Ann Burditt, an American author and illustrator who wrote children's books in the late 20th century, such as "The Butterfly Girl" and "Kenslie's Crown."
Another notable Kenslie is Kenslie Jae Milborne, an American actress and model born in 1998. She has appeared in various television shows and commercials, showcasing her talents from a young age.
In the world of sports, Kenslie Lauren Walker is an American soccer player who played as a forward for the University of Louisville Cardinals from 2015 to 2018. Her athletic prowess and dedication to the game have earned her recognition in the collegiate soccer community.
Moving to the realm of music, Kenslie Rae Muller is an American singer-songwriter and musician known for her country and pop-rock styles. Born in 1996, she has released several singles and albums, including "Unraveled" and "Wildfire."
Lastly, Kenslie Renee Cunningham is an American beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Tennessee Teen USA in 2018. Her poise and confidence on stage have made her a role model for young women aspiring to participate in such competitions.
While the name Kenslie may lack a deep historical lineage, these individuals have helped to establish its presence in modern times, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the growing popularity of this unique and melodic name.
People
Kenslie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kenslie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kenslie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kenslie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 581 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kenslie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 589,939 US residents.
Is Kenslie a common name?
We classify Kenslie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 586 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kenslie most popular?
The single biggest year for Kenslie was 2017, when 49 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kenslie is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kenslie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kenslie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kenslie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kenslie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kenslie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kenslie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Kenslie?
You can see how many people have the name Kenslie on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.