Kentley is an uncommon given name of American origin. It is derived from the English surname Kent, which itself is of Old English origin and means "from Kent," a historical region in southeastern England. The name Kentley was likely created as a variant spelling of names like Kendal and Kendall, which also derive from the same source but were popularized as given names earlier. Though not widely used today, Kentley has been occasionally recorded as a given name since the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States and Canada. It is considered an unconventional choice, offering parents looking for unique names an interesting option to consider.
Kentley saw a peak of 16 births in 2014 and has remained relatively stable since then, with years between 9 to 13 births annually.