Kym
boy nameKym entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #1212 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1953–2025
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rank today
#1212
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2518 |
| 1960s | #3389 |
| 1980s | #6033 |
| 1990s | #6689 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kym are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kym alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kym in 2025?
- Kym is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kym most popular?
- Kym peaked in 1959, reaching #1212 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kym with classmates?
- Kym will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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