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Kingsly
Pronounced KINGZ-lee /ˈkɪŋz.li/High
Meaning: A spelling of Kingsley — from the Old English cyning, 'a king', + leah, 'a wood/clearing', hence 'the king's meadow/wood'Low
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History & Origin
Kingsly is a spelling of Kingsley — from the Old English cyning, 'a king', + leah, 'a wood/clearing', hence 'the king's meadow/wood'. A crisp, modern name (said 'KINGZ-lee').
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Kingsley. Rare in this form, the-king's-meadow at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Kingsly mean?
Kingsly spells Kingsley — English 'the king's meadow/wood' (cyning + leah).
How do you pronounce Kingsly?
It's said KINGZ-lee /ˈkɪŋz.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kingsly a boy or girl name?
Kingsly is a boy's name here (Kingsley is also used for girls).
How popular is Kingsly?
Kingsly is a very rare spelling in the U.S.