Kinzlee
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from Kinsley.
Name Census estimates that about 1,458 living Americans carry the first name Kinzlee. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kinzlee today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kinzlee births was 2016 (136 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kinzlee. 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.
Key insights
- • Kinzlee is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 9 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.5K
~ 1 in 235,085 Americans
Peak year
2016
136 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,567
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Kinzlee: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kinzlee 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 949 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kinzlee remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kinzlee 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 Kinzlee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kinzlees live
The SSA's state-level files cover 24 states and territories. Texas, Iowa, Indiana recorded the most babies named Kinzlee, while South Carolina, Oregon, North Dakota recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 24 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kinzlee
The name Kinzlee has its origins in the English language, emerging as a modern variation of the traditional name Kinsley. Its roots can be traced back to the Old English words "cyning" and "leah," which together translate to "king's meadow" or "royal clearing."
The earliest recorded instances of the name Kinzlee date back to the late 20th century, coinciding with a resurgence of interest in unique and inventive baby names. While not found in ancient texts or historical records, the name gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries as a feminine alternative to the more conventional Kinsley.
Throughout history, a handful of notable individuals have borne the name Kinzlee, though its modern usage makes it a relatively rare find in older records. One of the earliest known Kinzlees was Kinzlee Abrams (1982-present), an American artist and illustrator who gained recognition for her nature-inspired paintings and children's book illustrations.
Another prominent figure was Kinzlee Whitmore (1994-present), an Australian Olympic swimmer who competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics and won a silver medal in the 4x100 meter medley relay. Her achievements brought the name Kinzlee into the spotlight on the international stage.
In the literary world, Kinzlee Parker (1976-present) is a celebrated American novelist known for her best-selling romantic fiction novels, including "Love's Embrace" and "Eternal Promises." Her works have been praised for their heartfelt narratives and relatable characters.
The world of music also has its own Kinzlee in the form of Kinzlee Montgomery (1988-present), a Canadian singer-songwriter whose soulful melodies and poetic lyrics have garnered critical acclaim. Her debut album, "Echoes of the Heart," earned her a Juno Award nomination for Best New Artist in 2014.
Lastly, Kinzlee Hayworth (1962-2022) was a pioneering American entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded the Hayworth Foundation, dedicated to supporting underprivileged communities and promoting education initiatives. Her tireless efforts and contributions to society left a lasting impact on countless lives.
While the name Kinzlee may be relatively modern, its unique blend of traditional elements and contemporary flair has captivated parents and individuals alike, ensuring a place in the annals of history for this distinctive moniker.
People
Kinzlee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kinzlee 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
Kinzlee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kinzlee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,458 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kinzlee 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 235,085 US residents.
Is Kinzlee a common name?
We classify Kinzlee as "Rare". It ranks above 92.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,468 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kinzlee most popular?
The single biggest year for Kinzlee was 2016, when 136 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kinzlee is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kinzlee a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kinzlee 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.
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.