Kymberly
Kymberly is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Cyneburg's meadow or royal fortress meadow.
Origin and history
Kymberly is a modern spelling variant of the classic English name Kimberly. It originates from Old English place names meaning Cyneburg's meadow or royal fortress meadow. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage as an alternative spelling during the peak popularity of Kimberly in the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
3,046 babies in the United States have been named Kymberly since 1880. It ranks #3218 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2063.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.3 %)
- TX (24.3 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- GA (4.8 %)
- IL (3.4 %)
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 | 72 |
| 1960-1970 | 459 |
| 1970-1980 | 461 |
| 1980-1990 | 817 |
| 1990-2000 | 692 |
| 2000-2010 | 358 |
| 2010-2019 | 149 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Nicknames
Kym, Kymmie, Kymmy
Fun facts
- Kymberly substitutes the traditional 'i' with a 'y' to create a distinctive visual presentation while retaining the classic pronunciation.
- The original name Kimberley stems from several places in England, notably in Norfolk, Nottinghamshire, and Warwickshire.