Kimella

“a blend form of Kimberly and Ella”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1854US 2023

346Births / yr

→Stable

5All-time births

📅 Since 196000

What does Kimella mean and where does it come from?

Kimella is a contemporary name that appears to be a combination of Kimberly (a name of English origin meaning 'from the meadow by the royal fortress') and Ella (a name of various origins including 'fairy maiden'). The name is primarily used in the United States and has achieved some popularity since

Cultural significance

Kimella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a blend form of kimberly and ella.

Peak popularity

Reached #7231 in 1960 — currently #1854 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kimella?

Kimella works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kimella Grace

How popular is Kimella right now?

Holding steady — currently #1854 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#1854 · Top 1.4%

1960

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1854	346	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1859	326	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2021	#1864	296	▲ up 5367 · +5820% births
1960	#7231	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kimella

Best Year2023Rank #1854

Peak Count346

Average Rank#3202

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1960 - 20234 years

The story of Kimella

Kimella entered American naming records in 1960 and has been in use for over 64 years. With 5 total births recorded, Kimella remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7231 in 1960 to #1854 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kimella in 1960:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

💎Kimella has only 5 total recorded births since 1960 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kimella?

Common

KimKimieKimyElla

What names sound and feel like Kimella?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kimella also consider these

Kimbella

American · English

Kimela

American · Kimela does not

Jimella

American · A feminine form

Kimbala

American · Full of life,

Kiella

Ireland · A goddess or

Wilella

American · English

Kamella

American · derived from 'Camilla',

Mikella

American · Italian

Common questions about the name Kimella

What does the name Kimella mean?

Kimella means "a blend form of Kimberly and Ella" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kimella?

Kimella is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Kimella?

Kimella originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Kimella?

Kimella pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Kimella a common or rare name?

Kimella is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.