Kensington - Last Names

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Kensington

/ˈkɛnsɪŋtən/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the town of Kensington, meaning 'Cynsige's town or settlement'

Represents ancestral connection to place and land, symbolizing stability, legacy, and historical rootedness.

Symbolism

Embodies prestige, tradition, and English upper-class identity; often evokes images of elegance and established social standing.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'Cyne' (royal) and 'tun' (settlement), though more accurately from the personal name 'Cynsige' + 'tun', meaning 'Cynsige's estate'. The name refers to the area now part of West London.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Kensington is a toponymic surname tied to the affluent London district, refl

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