Kim
boy name#10695 in 2025Kim entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #98 in 1955, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#10695
rank today
#98
peak (1955)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3205 |
| 1920s | #3127 |
| 1930s | #1487 |
| 1940s | #505 |
| 1950s | #159 |
| 1960s | #305 |
| 1970s | #637 |
| 1980s | #983 |
| 1990s | #2242 |
| 2000s | #5797 |
| 2010s | #8492 |
| 2020s | #8252 |
Living bearers
About 25,500 people named Kim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kim alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 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 #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kim most popular?
- Kim peaked in 1955, reaching #98 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kim with classmates?
- Kim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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