Kymberly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kymberly is a modern variation of the name Kimberly, which has its roots in the Old English place name meaning 'the fort of the king'. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It is often viewed as unique and creative, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kymberly"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪm.bər.li/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kymberly is a modern variation of the name Kimberly, which is derived from the Old English place name 'Cyningesburh' meaning 'the fort of the king'.
Meaning
Fortress by the river
Language Evolution
Cyningesburh, Kimberley, Kimberly, Kymberly
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly after the 1960s.
Variants & Derivatives
Kimberly, Kim, Kym
Modern Popularity & Image
Kymberly is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kymberly Wimberly, Kymberly K. P. S. G. D. McGowan
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Kymberly Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 109 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 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
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kymberly"
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 "Kymberly"
"Kymberly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3393rd of 12526 | 235 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1834th of 19264 | 801 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1672nd of 27321 | 1,317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3932nd of 35406 | 572 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9901st of 30306 | 120 |
Regional Popularity of "Kymberly" 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 "Kymberly" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
74.20% 2059th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
45.40% 1836th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.21% 2366th/3685 |
54.21% 2426th/4475 |
32.17% 1671st/5194 |
27.04% 1708th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
53.23% 3893rd/7313 |
47.59% 3552nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kymberly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kymberly" 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 "Kymberly" in the United States
The name Kymberly is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kymberly has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kymberly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3393rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1834th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1672nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3932nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9901st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kymberly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.