Kym Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIM / /kɪm/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: A variant of Kim; Scottish: From the place name Kilmarnock.
Historical & Cultural Background
Kym is often considered a modern variant of the name Kim, which has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. It has been used as a given name for boys, although it is more commonly associated with females. The name reflects a trend of using traditionally unisex names for boys. Its usage has been relatively limited compared to more traditional male names.
Trend Summary
Kym has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often overshadowed by more traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kim
International Variants
- Kym (English)
Famous people named Kym
—
Fictional characters named Kym
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kym was first seen in the United States in 1953. Kym has ranked as high as #1092 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kym has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kym (1959)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1959 | 41 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |