Kynd

An uncommon Middle English pick — distinctive and rare.

Girl's nameMiddle EnglishRising fast
#8186 336in 2024

Meaning & Origin

Obsolete form of kind.

Kynd is a girl's baby name of Middle English origin, an archaic spelling of 'kind' — meaning gentle, generous, and naturally good-natured. The spelling preserves the Old English gecynde (natural, innate), giving this modern name a quietly historical depth.

Parents drawn to Kynd are often seeking a virtue name that feels fresh and unconventional. It sits alongside names like True, Brave, and Noble — simple words turned into identities — and carries an unmistakably warm message about the character they hope their child will embody.

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Popularity Over Time

Kynd has 6+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2019.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Kynd
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s63
2010s9

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(6 years, 20192024)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Kynd
YearBirthsRank
202413#8186
202314#7850
202216#7143
20217#12904
202013#8209
20199#10960

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (20192024) · Methodology