KINSEY
Kinsey
Kinsey is a surname of English origin. The name likely derives from the Old English personal name "Cyne," meaning royal or bold, combined with the word "eg," which translates to island or district. The surname Kinsey is therefore thought to mean "royal district" or "bold island."
The Kinsey surname first appeared in medieval England, and its bearers were typically found in the counties of Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Over time, the name spread to other parts of the country and beyond, as individuals bearing the surname migrated to the United States, Canada, Australia, and other regions.
Notable individuals with the surname Kinsey include Alfred Charles Kinsey (1894–1956), an American biologist and professor of entomology who is famous for his research on human sexuality, and Sue Kinsey, a British environmentalist known for her work in marine conservation efforts.
The Kinsey surname has remained relatively common throughout the United Kingdom and the English-speaking world. Today, individuals with the surname Kinsey can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British and global society.
There are approximately 4,006 people named Kinsey in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,333rd most common surname in Britain. Around 62 in a million people in Britain are named Kinsey.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Caroline
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan