Kimberly
girl name#302 in 2025Kimberly entered the US charts in 1933, peaked at #2 in 1966, ranks #302 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1933–2025
#302
rank today
#2
peak (1966)
1,009
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3420 |
| 1940s | #1323 |
| 1950s | #168 |
| 1960s | #10 |
| 1970s | #7 |
| 1980s | #19 |
| 1990s | #40 |
| 2000s | #61 |
| 2010s | #121 |
| 2020s | #231 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kimberly has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 797,000 people named Kimberly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kimberly alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kimberly in 2025?
- Kimberly ranks #302 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,009 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kimberly most popular?
- Kimberly peaked in 1966, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kimberly with classmates?
- Kimberly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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