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Kim

Kim is a unisex name of English origin, meaning Short form of Kimberly.

  • GenderUnisex
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#443

What does Kim mean?

Short form of Kimberly

How popular is Kim?

Popularity in the United States

Kim has been given to 214,528 babies in the United States since 1912, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 70,213 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Kim per year in the United States, 1912–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Kim has been given to 6,498 babies in France since 1952, peaking in the 2010s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Kim per year in France, 1952–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 453 people called Kim living in Spain, with an average age of 36.1.

214,528 Babies named since 1912
1960s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Kim

What does the name Kim mean?

Kim means Short form of Kimberly. It is of English origin.

Is Kim a boy's or a girl's name?

Kim is used for both boys and girls.

How popular is the name Kim?

Kim has been given to 214,528 babies in the United States since 1912, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.