Holding steady.
Popularity of Kimiye since 1915
Babies named Kimiye per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 43 |
| 1920s | 60 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kimiye is a rare Japanese name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1915. Its peak year of use was 1917, after which it declined and has remained stable at very low levels of usage. The name never ranked among the top 1000 most popular names, and its one-in-N occurrence is not available due to its rarity. As a name of Japanese origin, it reflects cultural heritage and may be chosen by families with ties to Japan. The exact meaning is debated, but it likely combines elements meaning 'noble' or 'blessed' with a suffix indicating 'house' or 'child'. Kimiye has seen only sporadic use in recent decades, making it a distinctive choice.
Kimiye is likely of Japanese origin, though its exact derivation is unclear. It may be a combination of elements such as 'kimi' (meaning 'noble' or 'lord') and 'ye' (a suffix indicating 'house' or 'family'). Alternatively, it could be a variant of the name Kimi, which itself can mean 'blessed child' in Japanese. The name saw limited use in the early 20th century, particularly among Japanese-American families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kimi, Miye
Sibling names for Kimiye
Names that share Kimiye's style, for a brother or sister.
