Kingsten
An English given name derived from the place name Kingston.
Name Census estimates that about 761 living Americans carry the first name Kingsten. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kingsten today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kingsten births was 2018 (79 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kingsten. 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
761
~ 1 in 450,400 Americans
Peak year
2018
79 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,927
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Kingsten: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kingsten 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 475 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kingsten remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kingsten 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 Kingsten during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kingstens live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. Texas, Ohio, Florida recorded the most babies named Kingsten, while South Carolina, Mississippi, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kingsten
The given name Kingsten is a relatively modern amalgamation of the words "king" and "stone". Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century, when it first emerged as a unique and inventive name, primarily in English-speaking countries.
The name Kingsten is believed to have been inspired by the concept of a "king's stone" or a precious gemstone fit for royalty. It carries connotations of strength, resilience, and regal qualities. While not directly derived from any specific language or culture, the name draws upon the universal symbolism of kings and the enduring nature of stone.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kingsten can be found in the United States Census records from the 1920s, suggesting its initial popularity as a given name during that era. However, there are no significant historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures associated with this particular name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kingsten, although it remains relatively uncommon. One of the earliest documented cases is Kingsten Albury (1893-1967), a British-born Australian journalist and author who wrote extensively about Australian history and culture.
Another noteworthy figure is Kingsten Fairclough (1921-2001), a British artist and sculptor whose works focused on abstract and modernist forms. His sculptures can be found in various public spaces across the United Kingdom.
In the field of sports, Kingsten Jenner (1945-2018) was a South African cricketer who played domestic cricket for Western Province during the 1960s and 1970s.
Kingsten Simons (1958-) is an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the successful software company Simons Systems, which was later acquired by a larger corporation.
Lastly, Kingsten Dalrymple (1972-) is a contemporary British author and poet known for his poignant works exploring themes of identity, family, and the human experience.
While not an ancient name steeped in centuries of history, Kingsten has carved its own unique path as a modern and distinctive given name, reflecting the creativity and individuality of those who bear it.
People
Kingsten + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kingsten 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
Kingsten: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kingsten?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 761 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kingsten 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 450,400 US residents.
Is Kingsten a common name?
We classify Kingsten as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 767 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kingsten most popular?
The single biggest year for Kingsten was 2018, when 79 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kingsten is about 9 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 Kingsten in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kingsten a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kingsten in the SSA data are male. 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 Kingsten still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kingsten 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 Kingsten 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 have Kingsten as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Kingsten on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.