Kimber
Kimber is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
From the meadow of Cyneburh; royal fortress meadow.
Origin and history
Kimber is an English name derived from Old English place names, often associated with Kimberley, meaning 'from the meadow of Cyneburh'. Originally used as a surname and place-derived given name, it gained popularity as a modern given name in the late 20th century. In the United States, it continues to be used as a distinct, contemporary choice.
Popularity in the United States
11,215 babies in the United States have been named Kimber since 1880. It ranks #1530 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #765.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.9 %)
- CA (8.5 %)
- OK (5.1 %)
- MO (4.9 %)
- TN (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 332 |
| 1960-1970 | 752 |
| 1970-1980 | 477 |
| 1980-1990 | 989 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,163 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,179 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,241 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,082 |
Famous people named Kimber
- Kimber Henry: Fictional Character
Nicknames
Kim, Kimmie, Kimmy
Fun facts
- Kimber originated as a surname tied to places like Kimberley in England, which derived from Anglo-Saxon personal names.
- The name has seen steady usage in the United States in recent decades as an alternative to the traditional Kimberly.