Kinley
Kinley: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kinley
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Shortened from McKinley.
How popular is Kinley?
Since 1880, 19,959 girls and 354 boys in the U.S. have been named Kinley (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #180 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #2880 in 1967. In 2025 it ranked #692 for girls, with 409 babies given the name.
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Kinley FAQ
What does the name Kinley mean?
A female given name transferred from the surname. Shortened from McKinley.
What is the origin of the name Kinley?
Kinley is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Kinley?
Since 1880, 19,959 girls and 354 boys in the U.S. have been named Kinley (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #180 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #2880 in 1967. In 2025 it ranked #692 for girls, with 409 babies given the name.
Is Kinley a boy or girl name?
Kinley is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 19,959 girls and 354 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.