Kinsey is of American origin and means "king's home". It is derived from the English surname Kinsey, which is believed to have been originally an ornamental name given as a nickname. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names for their children. Kinsey is also notable for being the first name of pioneering American sex researcher Alfred C. Kinsey.
The name Kinsey experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 295 babies named Kinsey from 1917 to 2015. The name saw its peak in popularity during the 1980s, with 14 births in 1982 and 12 births in 1981. However, it has remained consistently popular throughout the century, with at least one birth each year except for 1976, 1986, and 1996.