gender neutral
Kim
chief, leader
About Kim
Crisp and compact, Kim delivers maximum impact with minimal letters. This name moves quickly and efficiently, much like the dynamic individuals who often bear it. Kim's brevity makes it memorable and easy to spell, eliminating the complications that longer names sometimes encounter. The single syllable creates a sense of directness and no-nonsense practicality that many parents find appealing. Kim possesses a friendly, approachable quality that immediately puts people at ease. Despite its simplicity, the name maintains a cool, contemporary edge that has persisted across decades. It works equally well in casual and professional environments, demonstrating remarkable versatility. Kim's cross-cultural usage gives it an international quality that transcends borders. The name requires no nicknames because it's already at its most efficient form, though it can serve as a nickname for longer options. Parents choosing Kim often value practicality alongside personality, finding both in this compact package. The sharp consonants give it a decisive sound that suggests confidence and clarity.
Popularity of the Name Kim
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | #834 | ||||
| 1945 | #859 | ||||
| 1946 | #581 | ||||
| 1947 | #521 | ||||
| 1948 | #535 | ||||
| 1949 | #512 | ||||
| 1950 | #480 | ||||
| 1951 | #331 | ||||
| 1952 | #216 | ||||
| 1953 | #182 | ||||
| 1954 | #134 | ||||
| 1955 | #75 | #241 | |||
| 1956 | #38 | #276 | |||
| 1957 | #35 | #123 | |||
| 1958 | #40 | #78 | |||
| 1959 | #35 | #70 | |||
| 1960 | #34 | #52 | |||
| 1961 | #36 | #40 | |||
| 1962 | #37 | #24 | |||
| 1963 | #39 | #30 | |||
| 1964 | #42 | #23 | #208 | ||
| 1965 | #43 | #21 | #225 | ||
| 1966 | #43 | #23 | #216 | ||
| 1967 | #49 | #9 | #183 | ||
| 1968 | #57 | #5 | #211 | ||
| 1969 | #66 | #10 | #234 | ||
| 1970 | #78 | #12 | #178 | ||
| 1971 | #101 | #15 | #206 | ||
| 1972 | #118 | #12 | #202 | ||
| 1973 | #129 | #20 | #187 | ||
| 1974 | #145 | #14 | #164 | ||
| 1975 | #178 | #18 | #181 | ||
| 1976 | #195 | #27 | #168 | ||
| 1977 | #230 | #24 | #188 | ||
| 1978 | #281 | #24 | #168 | ||
| 1979 | #308 | #35 | #164 | ||
| 1980 | #383 | #48 | #137 | ||
| 1981 | #410 | #35 | #127 | ||
| 1982 | #456 | #62 | #98 | ||
| 1983 | #491 | #69 | #95 | ||
| 1984 | #507 | #79 | #86 | ||
| 1985 | #565 | #79 | #89 | ||
| 1986 | #657 | #133 | #88 | ||
| 1987 | #667 | #121 | #73 | ||
| 1988 | #742 | #111 | #75 | ||
| 1989 | #756 | #148 | #70 | ||
| 1990 | #786 | #195 | #83 | ||
| 1991 | #928 | #202 | #87 | #74 | |
| 1993 | #1000 | #368 | #79 | #85 | |
| 1997 | #402 | #100 | #128 | ||
| 1998 | #478 | #96 | #142 | ||
| 1999 | #557 | #115 | #174 | ||
| 2000 | #652 | #162 | #170 | ||
| 2001 | #550 | #200 | #207 | ||
| 2002 | #703 | #152 | #243 | ||
| 2003 | #983 | #256 | #366 | ||
| 2004 | #874 | #229 | #392 | ||
| 1992 | #360 | #64 | #84 | ||
| 1994 | #276 | #95 | #91 | ||
| 1995 | #373 | #108 | #97 | ||
| 1996 | #324 | #130 | #93 | ||
| 2005 | #251 | #345 | |||
| 2006 | #337 | #335 | |||
| 2007 | #256 | #329 | |||
| 2008 | #697 | #383 | |||
| 2009 | #458 | #509 | |||
| 2010 | #371 | #466 | |||
| 2011 | #528 | #567 | |||
| 2012 | #454 | #677 | |||
| 2013 | #800 | #523 | |||
| 2014 | #625 | #743 | |||
| 2015 | #625 | #639 | |||
| 2018 | #972 | ||||
| 2020 | #905 | ||||
| 2021 | #689 | ||||
| 2022 | #672 | ||||
| 2024 | #800 | ||||
| 2016 | #815 | ||||
| 2017 | #864 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kim
Names Similar to Kim
Nicknames for Kim
- Kimmy
- Kiki
- Kimbo
- Kimmers
Famous People Named Kim
| Kim Kardashian | American media personality |
| Kim Clijsters | Belgian former tennis player |
| Kim Basinger | American actress |
| Kim Fields | American actress |
| Kim Novak | American actress |
| Kim Gordon | American musician |
| Kim Deal | American musician |
| Kim Dickens | American actress |
| Kim Raver | American actress |
| Kim Wilde | British pop singer |
| Kim Zolciak-Biermann | American reality TV star |
| Kim Petras | German singer |
| Kim Soo-hyun | South Korean actress |
| Kim Ji-won | South Korean actress |
| Kim Yuna | South Korean figure skater |
| Kim Tae-hee | South Korean actress |
| Kim Hee-sun | South Korean actress |
| Kim Seul-gi | South Korean actress |
| Kim Chiu | Filipino actress |
Characters Named Kim
| Kim Possible | from "Kim Possible" |
| Kim Bauer | from "24" |
| Kim Wexler | from "Better Call Saul" |
| Kim Taylor | from "Gilmore Girls" |
| Kim Pine | from "Scott Pilgrim" series |
| Kim Connweller | from "Mortal Engines" series |
| Kim Boggs | from "Edward Scissorhands" |
| Kim Brown | from "Third Watch" |
| Kim Diamond | from "Hustle" |
| Kim McAfee | from "Bye Bye Birdie" |
| Kim Chin | from "Flower Drum Song" |
| Kim Brooks | from "Pacific Rim" |
| Kim Mills | from "Taken" film series |
| Kim Johnson | from "The Bold and the Beautiful" |