Declining since 1987, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Kimberlee since 1947
Babies named Kimberlee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 44 |
| 1950s | 2,167 |
| 1960s | 4,832 |
| 1970s | 4,044 |
| 1980s | 2,906 |
| 1990s | 2,065 |
| 2000s | 929 |
| 2010s | 545 |
| 2020s | 158 |
Meaning & origin
Kimberlee is a variant spelling of the classic name Kimberly, first recorded in the United States in 1947. The name saw its peak popularity in 1969, when it ranked highest among U.S. births. Since 1987, its usage has been on a steady decline, reflecting broader trends away from creative spellings of mid-century favorites. In its peak decade of the 1960s, Kimberlee was most common in Utah and Texas, states that have historically embraced distinctive name variants. Despite its falling trajectory, the name retains a familiar charm through its connection to the well-loved Kimberly, and its unique spelling offers a subtle twist for parents seeking individuality without straying far from tradition.
Kimberlee is a variant spelling of Kimberly, which derives from the Old English words 'cyneburg' meaning 'royal fortress' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow.' The name originally referred to a place name in Norfolk, England. It gained popularity as a given name in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, with the creative spelling Kimberlee emerging as a distinctive alternative.
Where Kimberlee is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kim, Kimmy, Kimmie, Lee
Variants: Kimberly, Kimberley, Kimberleigh
Sibling names for Kimberlee
Names that share Kimberlee's style, for a brother or sister.
