Kinsey
boy nameKinsey entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3095 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3095
peak (1952)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3637 |
| 1920s | #4053 |
| 1930s | #3607 |
| 1940s | #3525 |
| 1950s | #3528 |
| 1960s | #3948 |
| 1970s | #4740 |
| 1980s | #4553 |
| 1990s | #7508 |
| 2000s | #9033 |
| 2010s | #9994 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kinsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kinsey alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kinsey in 2025?
- Kinsey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kinsey most popular?
- Kinsey peaked in 1952, reaching #3095 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kinsey with classmates?
- Kinsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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