Kimmerly

“A variant of Kimberly, which means 'from the river meadow'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1257US 2023

943Births / yr

→Stable

83All-time births

📅 Since 195500

What does Kimmerly mean and where does it come from?

Kimmerly is a modern variation of the more traditional name Kimberly. Kimberly, of Old English origin, means 'from the meadow near the royal fortress'. Kimmerly carries similar connotations but offers a fresh take. This name has seen usage primarily in the United States and exhibits a trend towards

Cultural significance

Kimmerly has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of kimberly, which means 'from the river meadow'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4591 in 1959 — currently #1257 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kimmerly?

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

Kimmerly Grace

How popular is Kimmerly right now?

Holding steady — currently #1257 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#1257 · Top 0.93%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1257	943	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1262	923	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1267	893	▲ up 6242 · +14783% births
1970	#7509	6	▼ down 363 · +20% births
1965	#7146	5	▼ down 908 · -17% births
1960	#6238	6	▲ up 410 · +20% births
1955	#6648	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kimmerly

Best Year2023Rank #1257

Peak Count943

Average Rank#4475

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1955 - 20237 years

The story of Kimmerly

Kimmerly entered American naming records in 1955 and has been in use for over 69 years. With 83 total births recorded, Kimmerly remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6648 in 1955 to #1257 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kimmerly in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Kimmerly by decade

Kimmerly peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	20
1960s ★	30
1970s	28
1980s	5

💎Kimmerly has only 83 total recorded births since 1955 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kimmerly?

Common

KimKiImmerly

What names sound and feel like Kimmerly?

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

Kimverly

American · English

Kimberly

English · from the meadow

Kinberly

American · English

Kimbely

American · A variant of

Imberly

American · English

Timberly

American · from the timber

Kamberly

American · Field of the

Cimberly

USA · Assembled like a

Common questions about the name Kimmerly

What does the name Kimmerly mean?

Kimmerly means "A variant of Kimberly, which means 'from the river meadow'." — 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 Kimmerly?

Kimmerly 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 Kimmerly?

Kimmerly 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 Kimmerly?

Kimmerly 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 Kimmerly a common or rare name?

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