Kemberly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kemberly is an English name derived from Old English elements meaning 'royal brightness'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Cynberht and Kember. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kemberly"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛmbərli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kemberly is a modern name that is likely derived from a combination of the Old English elements 'cyne' meaning 'royal' and 'berht' meaning 'bright'.
Meaning
Royal brightness
Language Evolution
Cynberht, Kember, Kemberly
Historical Usage
Kemberly has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, often seen as a modern variant of more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kimberly, Kember, Kim
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kemberly is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kemberly McCoy, an acclaimed artist, Kemberly Johnson, a prominent author
📊 Kemberly Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kemberly Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 1968
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kemberly"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kemberly"
"Kemberly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4170th of 12526 | 166 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2342nd of 19264 | 549 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4302nd of 27321 | 343 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5053rd of 35406 | 409 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17754th of 30306 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Kemberly" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kemberly" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.24% 2260th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
91.20% 4737th/5194 |
48.80% 3083rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
62.14% 4544th/7313 |
38.68% 2887th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kemberly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kemberly" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kemberly" in the United States
The name Kemberly is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kemberly has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kemberly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2342nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4302nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5053rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17754th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kemberly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.