Kimber Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIM-bur / /ˈkɪm.bɚ/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: from the cyneberht; Scottish: from the royal fortress
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kimber is derived from the Old English elements 'cyne' meaning royal and 'berht' meaning bright. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. In Scotland, it is associated with places named Kimber, reflecting geographical significance. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Kimber has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kymber
- Kimberly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kimber was first seen in the United States in 1914. Kimber has ranked as high as #1047 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kimber has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kimber (1963)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 9 |