Girl
Kimberly
from the royal fortress meadow
About Kimberly
This established favorite demonstrates remarkable staying power across generations. Kimberly possesses a completeness and polish that comes from decades of consistent use without becoming tired or overexposed. The three syllables give it substance and formality when needed, while natural nicknames provide casual alternatives for everyday use. There's a professionalism to Kimberly, a name that looks perfectly appropriate on legal documents, academic credentials, and corporate directories. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its proven track record and cross-generational recognition—grandparents, parents, and children all know and can spell Kimberly correctly. It strikes an excellent balance between feminine grace and professional strength, never feeling too precious or too severe. The name has successfully transitioned through various decades of naming trends, proving its adaptability and endurance. Kimberly offers reliability and classic beauty, a safe but never boring choice that honors tradition while remaining entirely relevant.
Popularity of the Name Kimberly
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | #709 | ||||
| 1947 | #522 | ||||
| 1948 | #450 | ||||
| 1949 | #414 | ||||
| 1950 | #381 | ||||
| 1951 | #365 | ||||
| 1952 | #254 | ||||
| 1953 | #209 | ||||
| 1954 | #168 | ||||
| 1955 | #111 | ||||
| 1956 | #74 | ||||
| 1957 | #42 | ||||
| 1958 | #39 | ||||
| 1959 | #33 | ||||
| 1960 | #26 | ||||
| 1961 | #22 | ||||
| 1962 | #16 | ||||
| 1963 | #11 | ||||
| 1964 | #6 | ||||
| 1965 | #4 | ||||
| 1966 | #2 | ||||
| 1967 | #2 | ||||
| 1968 | #3 | ||||
| 1969 | #4 | ||||
| 1970 | #3 | ||||
| 1971 | #4 | #346 | |||
| 1972 | #4 | ||||
| 1973 | #4 | ||||
| 1974 | #6 | ||||
| 1975 | #7 | ||||
| 1976 | #7 | ||||
| 1977 | #8 | ||||
| 1978 | #13 | #327 | |||
| 1979 | #12 | ||||
| 1980 | #11 | #259 | |||
| 1981 | #13 | #134 | |||
| 1982 | #14 | #119 | |||
| 1983 | #15 | #161 | #308 | ||
| 1984 | #22 | #123 | #403 | ||
| 1985 | #19 | #150 | #558 | ||
| 1986 | #18 | #155 | #500 | ||
| 1987 | #23 | #255 | #302 | ||
| 1988 | #25 | #237 | #244 | ||
| 1989 | #28 | #155 | #326 | ||
| 1990 | #31 | #107 | #395 | ||
| 1991 | #34 | #129 | #376 | #65 | |
| 1992 | #35 | #182 | #404 | #70 | |
| 1993 | #39 | #166 | #486 | #74 | |
| 1994 | #32 | #117 | #364 | #81 | |
| 1995 | #37 | #140 | #345 | #75 | |
| 1996 | #41 | #215 | #86 | ||
| 1997 | #49 | #357 | #417 | #108 | |
| 1998 | #54 | #390 | #329 | #564 | #111 |
| 1999 | #51 | #450 | #269 | #147 | |
| 2000 | #58 | #503 | #442 | #141 | |
| 2001 | #61 | #436 | #326 | #689 | #170 |
| 2002 | #63 | #426 | #426 | #210 | |
| 2003 | #64 | #475 | #382 | #525 | #199 |
| 2004 | #61 | #561 | #333 | #632 | #275 |
| 2005 | #63 | #541 | #365 | #350 | |
| 2006 | #58 | #590 | #487 | #346 | |
| 2007 | #54 | #654 | #483 | #356 | |
| 2008 | #57 | #641 | #698 | #376 | |
| 2009 | #66 | #687 | #686 | #384 | |
| 2010 | #69 | #644 | #387 | #397 | |
| 2011 | #67 | #639 | #579 | #414 | |
| 2012 | #88 | #763 | #488 | #429 | |
| 2013 | #101 | #582 | #562 | #403 | |
| 2014 | #107 | #776 | #441 | #418 | |
| 2015 | #108 | #851 | #555 | #542 | |
| 2016 | #133 | #866 | #625 | #535 | |
| 2017 | #164 | #978 | #801 | #710 | |
| 2018 | #173 | #974 | #613 | ||
| 2019 | #196 | #656 | #554 | ||
| 2020 | #186 | #741 | #452 | ||
| 2021 | #221 | #795 | #678 | ||
| 2022 | #211 | #807 | |||
| 2023 | #222 | #461 | #1000 | ||
| 2024 | #247 | #764 | |||
| 2025 | #303 | #454 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kimberly
Names Similar to Kimberly
Nicknames for Kimberly
- Kim
- Kimmy
- Kiki
- Berly
- Erly
Famous People Named Kimberly
| Kimberly Williams-Paisley | American actress |
| Kimberly Elise | American actress |
| Kimberly Guilfoyle | American television personality |
| Kimberly Stewart | American socialite and fashion designer |
| Kimberly McCullough | American actress and director |
| Kimberly Perry | American singer-songwriter |
| Kimberly J. Brown | American actress |
| Kimberly Peirce | American filmmaker |
| Kimberly Caldwell | American singer and television host |
| Kimberly Dos Ramos | Venezuelan actress and singer |
| Kimberly Foster | American feminist writer and filmmaker |
| Kimberly Wyatt | English singer, dancer, and television personality |
| Kimberly Clark | American YouTuber and entrepreneur |
| Kimberly Goss | American musician |
| Kimberly McCarthy | American convicted murderer |
| Kimberly Snyder | American nutritionist and author |
| Kimberly Schlapman | American singer-songwriter |
| Kimberly-Ann Surin | Haitian Olympic athlete |
| Kimberly Ryan | American beauty queen |
Characters Named Kimberly
| Kimberly Shaw | Melrose Place |
| Kimberly Brock | Picket Fences |
| Kimberly Woodruff | Barbershop film series |
| Kimberly Corman | Final Destination 2 |
| Kimberly Wexler | Better Call Saul |
| Kimberly Ann Possible | Kim Possible |
| Kimberly Ann Hart | Saban's Power Rangers - Megaforce |
| Kimberly "Kim" Reeves | A Cinderella Story |
| Kimberly Drummond | Diff'rent Strokes |
| Kimberly Wells | The China Syndrome |
| Kimberly McDonald | Saw III |
| Kimberly Crawford | Mad Men |
| Kimberly Fairchild | Arrested Development |
| Kimberly Hart | Power Rangers Beast Morphers |
| Kimberly Breland | The Young and the Restless |
| Kimberly Ann Scott | Eminem's ex-wife |