Kimberly Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationKIM-bər-lee / /ˈkɪm.bər.li/

English; French

Meaning

English: Cyneburg's field; French: From the wood of the royal fortress

Historical & Cultural Background

Kimberly is derived from a place name in England, originally referring to a village in Norfolk. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly associated with females. The name's association with the diamond mines in South Africa has also contributed to its recognition.

Trend Summary

Kimberly has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1970s and 1980s.

Similar Names

KendrickKymKymberKameronKymani

Variants

  • Kim
  • Kimmie

International Variants

  • Kimberley (English)

Famous people named Kimberly

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Fictional characters named Kimberly

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Sibling Suggestions

KieranKendallKurtKyleKellanKaden

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kimberly was first seen in the United States in 1940. Kimberly has ranked as high as #902 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kimberly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kimberly (2012)

StateBirthsShare
TX 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19405
19445
19466
194711
194829
194937
195039
195195
195292
1953124
1954144
1955177
1956161
1957156
1958140
1959110
196096
1961111
196280
196389
196498
1965121
1966116
1967116
1968111
1969116
1970113
1971102
197291
197396
197495
197582
197661
197781
197873
197964
198083
198155
198273
198366
198460
198554
198664
198756
198853
198963
199036
199130
199234
199327
199437
199519
199625
19978
199816
199913
200010
200111
20028
200316
200420
20058
200612
200716
200815
20109
201210
20135
20156
20196
20216