Kim

Girl's name

Kim is a short form of names like Kimberly or Kimball. It has English and Old English origins, meaning "royal fortress" or "warrior chief."

Meaning Royal fortress meadow
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 28 Falling
Peak year 1960

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Kim Kardashian - Reality TV star, entrepreneur, social media influencer.
  • Kim Basinger - Actress known for "L.A. Confidential" and "Batman."
  • Kim Cattrall - Actress known for "Sex and the City" series.
  • Kim Novak - Actress known for "Vertigo" and "Picnic."
  • Kim Fields - Actress known for "The Facts of Life."
  • Kim Deal - Musician, bassist for The Pixies and The Breeders.
  • Kim Gordon - Musician, co-founder of Sonic Youth.
  • Kim Zolciak - Reality TV star on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta."
  • Kim Dickens - Actress known for "Fear the Walking Dead."
  • Kimora Lee Simmons - Fashion designer, former model, reality TV star.

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