Kinberly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIN-bur-lee / /ˈkɪn.bər.li/English; Modern
Meaning
Royal fortress; from the royal fortress
Historical & Cultural Background
Kinberly is a modern variation of the name Kimberly, which originated from a place name in England. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the meaning of a royal fortress, reflecting a sense of strength and nobility. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures.
Trend Summary
Kinberly is a less common variant of Kimberly, which has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kimberly
- Kymberly
International Variants
- Kimberley (English)
Famous people named Kinberly
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Fictional characters named Kinberly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kinberly was first seen in the United States in 1966. Kinberly has ranked as high as #1075 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kinberly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kinberly (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |