Rising since 2015.
Popularity of Kimon since 1923
Babies named Kimon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Kimon is an exceptionally rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1923 but never charting in the top 1000. Its peak year of usage came in 2003, and since 2015 the name has been rising in use, albeit from a very low base. The name's origin is ambiguous: it may be a modern revival of the ancient Greek name Kimon (Cimon), or it could be a Japanese name with various possible meanings. Because of its rarity, no top states for the name have been identified. Parents drawn to short, distinctive names with cross-cultural appeal might find Kimon a unique choice.
Kimon may derive from the ancient Greek name Kimon, borne by a prominent Athenian statesman of the 5th century BCE, though its etymology is uncertain. Alternatively, it could be a Japanese name, where it may mean 'noble' or 'righteous' depending on the kanji used. The name is rarely documented in the United States, with sporadic use since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ki
Variants: Cimon
Sibling names for Kimon
Names that share Kimon's style, for a brother or sister.
