Kimi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-mee / kiːmiJapanese; Finnish
Meaning
Kimi (Japanese) - noble; Kimi (Finnish) - you
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Kimi is often used as a term of endearment or respect, reflecting nobility or high status. In Finland, Kimi is a less common name that can be associated with the informal second-person pronoun, emphasizing familiarity and closeness.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kimiya
- Kym
International Variants
- Kimi (Japanese)
- Kimi (Finnish)
Famous people named Kimi
Kimi Räikkönen — Formula 1 driver.
Kimi Matsumoto — Japanese singer.
Fictional characters named Kimi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kimi was first seen in the United States in 2006. Kimi has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kimi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kimi (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 38 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 11 |