Kimball
Kimball is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bold war leader or chieftain's valley.
Origin and history
Kimball is a traditional English name derived from an Old English personal name combining elements meaning bold or royal and war leader. Historically used as both a surname and a given name, it remains relatively rare in the United States. Today it appeals to parents seeking an uncommon, classic surname-turned-first-name.
Popularity in the United States
2,008 babies in the United States have been named Kimball since 1880. It ranks #2874 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1872.
States where it is most popular
- UT (69.7 %)
- CA (20.3 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- AZ (1.2 %)
- ID (1.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 46 |
| 1920-1930 | 76 |
| 1930-1940 | 36 |
| 1940-1950 | 185 |
| 1950-1960 | 469 |
| 1960-1970 | 304 |
| 1970-1980 | 147 |
| 1980-1990 | 122 |
| 1990-2000 | 151 |
| 2000-2010 | 246 |
| 2010-2019 | 171 |
| 2020-2029 | 55 |
Famous people named Kimball
- Kimball Young: Actor
Nicknames
Kim
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Old English name Cynebeorht or Cynebald, combining words for royal or bold with bright or brave.
- Kimball followed the English tradition of transferring inherited family surnames into given first names.