Kensington

Meaning of Kensington

From the town of Kensington, meaning "Cynesige's settlement."

Kensington has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kensington

After ranking as high as #976 in 2015, Kensington has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Kensington

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Questions about the name Kensington

What does the name Kensington mean?

Kensington means from the town of kensington, meaning "cynesige's settlement.", and it comes from English origins.

Is Kensington a boy's or a girl's name?

Kensington is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kensington?

Kensington did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Kensington most popular?

Kensington peaked at #976 in 2015.