Kimmy
About Kimmy
Kimmy is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Kimberly, which began as an English place name combining 'Cyneburg' (royal fortress) and 'leah' (clearing). As a standalone name, Kimmy has a cheerful, friendly quality that retains the warmth of a nickname while functioning as a complete name. It peaked in popularity during the 1960s and 70s but has since become less common, giving it a somewhat nostalgic feel today. Kimmy conveys approachability and youthful charm, making it appealing to parents seeking a name that's sweet without being overly formal. The name's familiar sound balances its diminutive nature with enduring appeal.
Pronounced KIM-ee.
As of October 2026, Kimmy ranked #16181 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1691 in 1967.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Kimmy on lists
Famous Kimmys
- Kimmy Robertson
American actress
- Kimmy Skota
South African singer
Kimmy in pop culture
- "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
" TV series
- Kimberly Louise "Kimmy" Gibbler
character on TV's "Full House"
- Kimmy Godonghae
main character in Filipino film series "Kimmy Dora"
- Kimmy
character on TV's "The Wire"
- Kimmy
female character in the Garfield Comic strip, Jon Arbuckle once dated Kimmy back in 1990