Holding steady.
Popularity of Kymberlie since 1965
Babies named Kymberlie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kymberlie is a modern American respelling of the classic Kimberley, a name that surged in popularity during the later 20th century. First recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1965, it saw its peak usage in 1994, a decade that favored creative spellings of established names. While the name has never cracked the top 1000, its trajectory has remained stable, reflecting small but consistent use. The spelling with a 'y' and 'ie' ending aligns with a trend toward individualized phonetic variants.
Kymberlie is a variant spelling of Kimberley or Kimberly, which originated as a surname derived from a place name. The place name Kimberley in England is composed of the Old English elements 'Cyneburg' (a personal name) and 'leah' (wood, clearing). However, Kymberlie as a given name rose in the 20th century, influenced by the Australian city Kimberley and the perceived fashionable 'lie' ending. Its first recorded use in U.S. data is 1965, and its peak popularity occurred in 1994.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kim, Kimmy, Kym
Variants: Kimberly, Kimberley, Kimberlee, Kymberly, Kymberlee
Sibling names for Kymberlie
Names that share Kymberlie's style, for a brother or sister.
