What does Kymberlee mean and where does it come from?
Kymberlee is a modern spelling variation of the name Kimberly, which originally comes from a place name in England derived from the Old English elements 'cyne', meaning 'royal', and 'burh', meaning 'fortress'. It became popular in the United States during the 20th century with a particular surge in
Cultural significance
Kymberlee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from cyneburga's field.
Peak popularity
Reached #3005 in 1992 — currently #16493 in the US.
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Kymberlee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Kymberlee Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Kymberlee Rose
Floral · soft ending
Kymberlee Mae
Sweet · timeless
Kymberlee Claire
French influence · crisp
Kymberlee Jane
Literary · strong
Kymberlee Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Kymberlee right now?
Falling — down 9165 spots — currently #16493 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #16493 | 5 | ▼ down 9165 · -69% births |
| 2015 | #7328 | 16 | ▲ up 639 · +7% births |
| 2010 | #7967 | 15 | ▼ down 2317 · -32% births |
| 2005 | #5650 | 22 | ▲ up 2520 · +83% births |
| 2000 | #8170 | 12 | ▼ down 4783 · -64% births |
| 1995 | #3387 | 33 | ▲ up 1064 · +50% births |
| 1990 | #4451 | 22 | ▲ up 769 · +57% births |
| 1985 | #5220 | 14 | ▲ up 179 · +8% births |
| 1980 | #5399 | 13 | ▲ up 2205 · +86% births |
| 1975 | #7604 | 7 | stable · +17% births |
| 1970 | #7604 | 6 | — |
The story of Kymberlee
Kymberlee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 864 total births recorded, Kymberlee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7604 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16493 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Kymberlee in 1992:
Kymberlee by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1960s | 44 | |
| 1970s | 72 | |
| 1980s | 172 | |
| 1990s ★ | 302 | |
| 2000s | 174 | |
| 2010s | 100 | |
💎Kymberlee has only 864 total recorded births since 1962 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Kymberlee?
Common
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What names sound and feel like Kymberlee?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kymberlee also consider these
Common questions about the name Kymberlee
What does the name Kymberlee mean?
Kymberlee means "From Cyneburga's field" — 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 Kymberlee?
Kymberlee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kymberlee have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Kymberlee?
Kymberlee 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 Kymberlee?
Kymberlee 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 Kymberlee trending right now?
Kymberlee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.