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Kingsley

A place name meaning king's wood, from Old English elements.

Meaning and origin

Kingsley began as an English surname derived from place names composed of Old English elements meaning king and wood or clearing.

How to pronounce Kingsley

English (US)KINGZ-lee /ˈkɪŋzli/

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