Kimoni

“A name of empowerment and strength” — Associated with Jamaican culture and is often seen in African Amer

Jamaica origin · Unisex name

♂ 60% boys♀ 40% girls

#7465US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

508All-time births

📅 Since 199700

How to pronounce Kimoni

KEE·MOH·NEYE

/ˈkiː.ˈmoʊ.ˈnaɪ/ · stress on KEE · 3 syllables

“A name of empowerment and strength”

Associated with Jamaican culture and is often seen in African Amer · Jamaica origin

What does Kimoni mean and where does it come from?

Kimoni is a relatively modern name associated with Jamaican culture and is often seen in African American communities. While its exact origins can be unclear, it is often linked to strong, positive attributes and is used as a name of empowerment. Names that share similar phonetics or structures migh

Cultural significance

Kimoni has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Jamaica-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name of empowerment and strength.

Peak popularity

Reached #6735 in 2009 — currently #7465 in the US.

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How else can you spell Kimoni?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Kimoni?

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

Kimoni Grace

How popular is Kimoni right now?

Rising fast — up 821 spots — currently #7465 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#7465 · Top 5.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7465	15	▲ up 821 · +15% births
2022	#8286	13	▼ down 1746 · -28% births
2021	#6540	18	▲ up 505 · +13% births
2020	#7045	16	▲ up 3500 · +60% births
2015	#10545	10	▼ down 1985 · -29% births
2010	#8560	14	▲ up 8193 · +180% births
2000	#16753	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kimoni

Best Year2021Rank #6540

Peak Count18

Average Rank#9313

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Kimoni

Kimoni is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 508 total births recorded, Kimoni remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16753 in 2000 to #7465 in 2023. Kimoni is used for both genders: 40% female and 60% male.

Names that peaked alongside Kimoni in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Kimoni by decade

Kimoni peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	26
2000s	196
2010s ★	245
2020s	41

💎Kimoni has only 508 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kimoni?

Common

KimKimieKimyOni

What names sound and feel like Kimoni?

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

Kiloni

Hawaii · the night is

Kioni

African · Swahili

Kimani

Swahili-speaking countries · Swahili

Kimori

Japan · village of trees

Simoni

Italy · Italian

Imoni

American · A modern or

Kimona

American · A fabric or

Kamoni

Kenya · to emerge

Common questions about the name Kimoni

What does the name Kimoni mean?

Kimoni means "A name of empowerment and strength" — a name rooted in Jamaica 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 Kimoni?

Kimoni is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kimoni have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kimoni?

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

How do you pronounce the name Kimoni?

Kimoni is a three-syllable name pronounced K IY1 M OW1 N AY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kimoni?

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