Kim
girl name#4172 in 2025Kim entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #34 in 1960, ranks #4172 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#4172
rank today
#34
peak (1960)
34
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3618 |
| 1920s | #3713 |
| 1930s | #1856 |
| 1940s | #847 |
| 1950s | #157 |
| 1960s | #45 |
| 1970s | #176 |
| 1980s | #563 |
| 1990s | #1185 |
| 2000s | #2194 |
| 2010s | #2978 |
| 2020s | #4026 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kim has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 160,000 people named Kim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kim alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kim in 2025?
- Kim ranks #4172 among US girl names in 2025, with 34 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kim most popular?
- Kim peaked in 1960, reaching #34 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kim with classmates?
- Kim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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