Kim: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A noble ruler of the land.
- Origin
- German/Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #7739
- Peak
- #98 in 1955
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Kim Means
Kim is a unisex name of German/Scandinavian origin. A noble ruler of the land.
How Popular Kim Is
Kim currently ranks #7739 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #98 in 1955. It is rising.
Good to Know About Kim
- Kim broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #98 in 1955.
- Kim has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Kim has been a top 100 name across 148+ years of American history.
- Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.
Questions About Kim
What does Kim mean?
Kim is a unisex name of German/Scandinavian origin. A noble ruler of the land.
How popular is Kim?
Kim currently ranks #7739 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #98 in 1955. It is rising.
Where does Kim come from?
Kim comes from German/Scandinavian roots. Kim broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #98 in 1955.
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