Tinsley

At a Glance

Meaning

Surname meaning roughly 'Tynni's woodland clearing' (an Old English personal name + 'clearing/glade')

Origin

English (from a surname, ultimately Old English)

Gender

Neutral

Pronunciation

TINZ-leeListen

Tinsley is a gender-neutral name pronounced TINZ-lee, with roots as an English surname. It's sometimes said to mean 'Tynni's meadow,' but that's not quite right — the Old English word behind it points to a woodland clearing or glade, not an open meadow. For parents drawn to nature-inspired, free-spirited names, Tinsley sits in that bohemian-wanderer territory.

Meaning & Origin of Tinsley

Meaning: Surname meaning roughly 'Tynni's woodland clearing' (an Old English personal name + 'clearing/glade').

Origin: English (from a surname, ultimately Old English).

A common claim: Said to mean 'Tynni's meadow.' Actually: 'Meadow' is a loose approximation — the Old English element involved (lēah) specifically means a woodland clearing or glade, not an open meadow.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Tinsley

Popularity of Tinsley

Tinsley peaked at #721 in 2020, when 387 babies were given the name, then dropped to #1373 in 2024 with just 165.

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FAQ

What does the name Tinsley mean?

Surname meaning roughly ‘Tynni’s woodland clearing’ (an Old English personal name + ‘clearing/glade’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Tinsley?

Tinsley is pronounced TINZ-lee (IPA: /ˈtɪnzli/).

Is Tinsley a popular name right now?

Tinsley peaked at #721 in 2020 and is ranked #1373 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1919–2024.)

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