Kinston

Q: How popular is the name Kinston?

Kinston is ranked #23939 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ k-IHNST-uhn ]

Boy Name #23,939 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Kinston is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-IHNST-uhn.

Parents who love the name Kinston often also consider Antonello, Connel, .

Popularity Over Time

#23,939

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #23,939
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Kin Kiy Kinie Kinsie

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Kinston Angel

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Kinston Charles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kinston

Is Kinston a boy or girl name?

Kinston is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Kinston?

Kinston is pronounced k-IHNST-uhn.

How popular is the name Kinston?

Kinston is currently ranked #23939 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Kinston?

Common nicknames for Kinston include Kin, Kiy, Kinie, and Kinsie.

Is Kinston a common or rare name?

Kinston is an uncommon name, ranked #23939 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kinston

Kinston is a boy name .

Kinston is currently ranked #23,939 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kinston include Kin, Kiy, Kinie, and Kinsie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.