Kinston
Boy nameKinston has been given to 183 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It peaked in 2019. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Kinston.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
183
Peak year
2019 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1995
10-year trend
▼ -12%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kinston — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kinston.
Sibling name ideas for Kinston
Same era and popularity as Kinston, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kinston?
Kinston has been given to 183 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kinston peak?
Kinston peaked in 2019, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Kinston a girl or boy name?
Kinston is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Kinston are boys).
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