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Kimberly

KIM-ber-lee

Popularity

#246

falling

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

English

Total Births

849,647

Peak Year

#34,246 in 1970

First Recorded

1933

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Kimberly is derived from an English place name, referring to the town of Kimberley in Norfolk, England. It combines 'Cynemaer' and 'leah' meaning 'Cyneburg's meadow'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kimberly Williams-Paisley

    American actress known for 'Father of the Bride'

  • Kimberly Caldwell

    American singer and television personality

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

friendlyoutgoinggenerouscompassionate

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