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Kimimila

kee-mee-MEE-lah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage or a variant of a Native American name.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Kimimila since 2004

Babies named Kimimila per year in U.S. Social Security records.

6111720102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s40
2010s76
2020s61

Meaning & origin

Kimimila is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004. Its peak usage occurred in 2022, but since then its popularity has been declining, with a rank of 13,208 in 2025 and a 1-in-267,878 birth rate. The name has no recorded top states, indicating its scarcity across the country. Its etymology is unclear; it may be a creative variation of existing names or a borrowing from a Native American language, but no definitive source exists. Given its recent coinage and low frequency, Kimimila remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique name.

The name Kimimila has no clear etymological root in major world languages. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2004, suggesting a contemporary invention. It may be a respelling or stylized variation of names like Kimimila (possibly from Lakota meaning 'butterfly') or a blend of familiar sounds (Kim + Mila). Its usage remains very rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kimi, Mila, Kiki

Sibling names for Kimimila

Names that share Kimimila's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Maya, Kira, Lila, Aria, Sienna

Brothers: Kai, Milo, Liam, Ethan, Noah

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kimimila mean?
The meaning of Kimimila is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of a Native American word meaning 'butterfly' in Lakota, but this is not well-attested.
How popular is Kimimila?
Kimimila is extremely rare. In 2025, it ranked 13,208 in the U.S., with a rate of 1 in 267,878 births. Its peak popularity was in 2022.
Is Kimimila a boy or girl name?
Kimimila is typically used as a girl's name, based on U.S. Social Security data.