KIM
The meaning of the unisex name Kim is FROM THE ROYAL FORTRESS MEADOW.
Details on KIM:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- From the royal fortress meadow
- Popularity for Girl:
- 8,743rd in the USA (top 30%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 14,814th in the USA (bottom 0%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
28 births
KIM as a GIRL in 2024
13 births
KIM as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of KIM:
The name Kim is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Kim is: Noble or brave.
The name Kim is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Kim is: Noble or brave.
The name Kim is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Kim is: Bold family.Bold kin.Famous Bearer:The hero of Rudyard Kipling's novel 'Kim'.
The name Kim is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Kim is: Chief of war.Leader.
USA SSA birth(s) for KIM:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KIM
KIM as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 28 births |
| 2023 | 38 births |
| 2022 | 40 births |
| 2021 | 39 births |
| 2020 | 39 births |
| 2019 | 54 births |
| 2018 | 36 births |
| 2017 | 46 births |
| 2016 | 52 births |
| 2015 | 72 births |
| 2014 | 69 births |
| 2013 | 62 births |
| 2012 | 91 births |
| 2011 | 50 births |
| 2010 | 52 births |
| 2009 | 48 births |
KIM as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 13 births |
| 2023 | 9 births |
| 2022 | 10 births |
| 2021 | 8 births |
| 2020 | 10 births |
| 2019 | 10 births |
| 2018 | 5 births |
| 2017 | 8 births |
| 2016 | 7 births |
| 2015 | 11 births |
| 2014 | 19 births |
| 2013 | 8 births |
| 2012 | 9 births |
| 2011 | 7 births |
| 2010 | 9 births |
| 2009 | 17 births |
About the name KIM
Kim, a name imbued with simplicity and charm, carries a rich tapestry of meanings and cultural significance. Of English origin, it is often derived from the Old English name “Cyneburh,” meaning "royal fortress," and has also been associated with the Irish name “Caimin,” meaning "helper." In Korean, Kim (김) is a common surname and means "gold," symbolizing wealth and prosperity, while in various cultures, it embodies qualities of resilience and strength. The name’s versatility shines through its widespread popularity across different regions, particularly in the United States, where it gained prominence in the mid-20th century, and in Asian countries, where it resonates with familial heritage and pride. Kim evokes a sense of warmth, drawing connections between personal identity and cultural roots, making it a heartfelt choice for your little one, a name that bridges generations and carries a legacy of strength and kindness.
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