Kingsley

At a Glance: Name: Kingsley – Meaning: king's wood, clearing, or meadow – Origin: Old English (place name) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: KINGZ-lee

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Kingsley is a gender-neutral name with roots as an Old English place name, literally meaning king's wood, clearing, or meadow — so there's an outdoorsy, grounded feel built into it from the start. It's pronounced KINGZ-lee, and it tends to appeal to parents who like names with a bold, free-spirited, nature-connected feel rather than something delicate or old-fashioned.

Meaning & Origin of Kingsley

Meaning: King's wood, clearing, or meadow.

Origin: Old English (place name).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Kingsley

Phonetic: KINGZ-lee   IPA: /ˈkɪŋzli/

Popularity of Kingsley

Kingsley hit its high point in 2016 at #584, given to 473 babies, and by 2024 it had settled to #984 with 228 babies — still around, just quieter than it was a decade ago.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1907–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Kingsley mean?

King’s wood, clearing, or meadow. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Kingsley)

How do you pronounce Kingsley?

Kingsley is pronounced KINGZ-lee (IPA: /ˈkɪŋzli/).

Is Kingsley a popular name right now?

Kingsley peaked at #584 in 2016 and is ranked #984 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1907–2024.)

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