Kimmy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIM-ee / /ˈkɪmi/English; Korean
Meaning
English: short form of Kimberly; Korean: not applicable
Historical & Cultural Background
Kimmy is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of the name Kimberly, which has English origins. The name Kimberly gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. In Korean culture, Kimmy can be a transliteration of names that start with 'Kim,' a common surname.
Trend Summary
Kimmy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with the rise of similar diminutive names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kimmie
- Kim
International Variants
- Kimi (Japanese)
- Kimi (Finnish)
Famous people named Kimmy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kimmy was first seen in the United States in 1951. Kimmy has ranked as high as #1111 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kimmy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kimmy
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |