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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Estate belonging to a man named Cynesige
- Origin
- Old English (place name, London borough)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KEN-zing-tən
Kensington comes from Old English, where it named an estate belonging to a man called Cynesige — the same root behind the London borough that carries the name today. It's a place name with a documented, traceable origin rather than an invented meaning, which appeals to parents who want a name they can explain.
Meaning & Origin of Kensington
Meaning: Estate belonging to a man named Cynesige.
Origin: Old English (place name, London borough).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kensington
KEN-zing-tənIPA /ˈkɛnzɪŋtən/
Popularity of Kensington
Kensington peaked in 2015 at #974, when 278 baby girls were given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #2389, with only 76 babies named Kensington that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Kensington mean?
Estate belonging to a man named Cynesige. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kensington?
Kensington is pronounced KEN-zing-tən (IPA: /ˈkɛnzɪŋtən/).
Is Kensington a popular name right now?
Kensington peaked at #974 in 2015 and is ranked #2389 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1997–2024.)
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