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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Fair-haired warrior/hero (via McKinley, from Gaelic Fionnlagh)
- Origin
- Scottish (Gaelic, via the surname McKinley)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- KIN-lee
Kinley is a Scottish Gaelic name, pronounced KIN-lee, that came into use through the surname McKinley. It traces back to Fionnlagh, meaning fair-haired warrior or hero, and today it works for both boys and girls with a bold, adventurous, go-anywhere feel. If you're after a name with an exploring, trailblazing spirit, Kinley has that built in.
Meaning & Origin of Kinley
Meaning: Fair-haired warrior/hero (via McKinley, from Gaelic Fionnlagh).
Origin: Scottish (Gaelic, via the surname McKinley).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kinley
KIN-leeIPA /ˈkɪnli/
Popularity of Kinley
Kinley peaked at #180 in 2012, when 1,750 babies were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #617, with just 483 babies sharing it.
Names Like Kinley
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FAQ
What does the name Kinley mean?
Fair-haired warrior/hero (via McKinley, from Gaelic Fionnlagh). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kinley?
Kinley is pronounced KIN-lee (IPA: /ˈkɪnli/).
Is Kinley a popular name right now?
Kinley peaked at #180 in 2012 and is ranked #617 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1917–2024.)
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