Kinley
girl name#691 in 2025Kinley entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #180 in 2012, ranks #691 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1979–2025
#691
rank today
#180
peak (2012)
409
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #10210 |
| 1980s | #7937 |
| 1990s | #5614 |
| 2000s | #989 |
| 2010s | #257 |
| 2020s | #562 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kinley has been most popular in TX, FL, OH.
Living bearers
About 20,000 people named Kinley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kinley is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kinley in 2025?
- Kinley ranks #691 among US girl names in 2025, with 409 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kinley most popular?
- Kinley peaked in 2012, reaching #180 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kinley with classmates?
- Kinley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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