Kay Bussell

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kay Bussell — English
110K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kay Bussell is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kay is a feminine given name of English origin. The name Kay is both a surname and a given name. In English-speaking countries, it is usually a feminine name, often a short form of Katherine or one of its variants; but it is also used as a first name in its own right, and also as a masculine name (for example in India, the Netherlands, and Sweden). Kay Armen (1915–2011), stage name of Armenuhi Manoogian, American Armenian singer Kay Curley Bennett (1922–1997), Navajo artist and writer Kay Boyle (1902–1992), American writer Kay Burley (born 1960), Sky News founder and presenter Kay B. The surname Bussell: The Bussell family, early settlers in Western Australia John Bussell (1803–1875), of the Bussell family Alfred Bussell (1816–1882), of the Bussell family Darcey Bussell (born 1969), English ballerina Gerry Bussell (born 1943), American football player Harold Busséll, American pastor and author Nick Bussell (born 1983), American racing driver Norm Bussell (born 1945), Australian rules footballer Rachel Kramer Bussel (born 1975), American author, columnist, and editor Bissell (surname) Kay is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 110K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kay reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kay

English

The name Kay is both a surname and a given name. In English-speaking countries, it is usually a feminine name, often a short form of Katherine or one of its variants; but it is also used as a first name in its own right, and also as a masculine name (for example in India, the Netherlands, and Sweden). Kay Armen (1915–2011), stage name of Armenuhi Manoogian, American Armenian singer Kay Curley Bennett (1922–1997), Navajo artist and writer Kay Boyle (1902–1992), American writer Kay Burley (born 1960), Sky News founder and presenter Kay B.

Surname: Bussell

English

The Bussell family, early settlers in Western Australia John Bussell (1803–1875), of the Bussell family Alfred Bussell (1816–1882), of the Bussell family Darcey Bussell (born 1969), English ballerina Gerry Bussell (born 1943), American football player Harold Busséll, American pastor and author Nick Bussell (born 1983), American racing driver Norm Bussell (born 1945), Australian rules footballer Rachel Kramer Bussel (born 1975), American author, columnist, and editor Bissell (surname)

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kay is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Kay by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kay Bussell

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Kay Bussell:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Kay?
The first name Kay originates from English. The name Kay is both a surname and a given name. In English-speaking countries, it is usually a feminine name, often a short form of Katherine or one of its variants; but it is also used as a first name in its own right, and also as a masculine name (for example in India, the Netherlands, and Sweden). Kay Armen (1915–2011), stage name of Armenuhi Manoogian, American Armenian singer Kay Curley Bennett (1922–1997), Navajo artist and writer Kay Boyle (1902–1992), American writer Kay Burley (born 1960), Sky News founder and presenter Kay B.
When was Kay most popular?
The name Kay reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bussell?
The surname Bussell originates from English. The Bussell family, early settlers in Western Australia John Bussell (1803–1875), of the Bussell family Alfred Bussell (1816–1882), of the Bussell family Darcey Bussell (born 1969), English ballerina Gerry Bussell (born 1943), American football player Harold Busséll, American pastor and author Nick Bussell (born 1983), American racing driver Norm Bussell (born 1945), Australian rules footballer Rachel Kramer Bussel (born 1975), American author, columnist, and editor Bissell (surname)
How common is the surname Bussell?
The surname Bussell is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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