Kymberly

English surname and place name

"Cyneburga's meadow"

Kymberly Origin and Meaning

The name Kymberly is a girl's name.

Kymberly is a feminine name that emerged as a creative spelling variant of Kimberly in the mid-20th century. The original name Kimberly comes from an English place name meaning 'meadow of Cyneburg's royal fortress,' combining Anglo-Saxon elements. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives Kymberly a more unconventional look while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. This variation gained modest popularity in the 1970s and 1980s when parents began exploring alternative spellings of traditional names. Like Kimberly, Kymberly often uses the nicknames Kim, Kym, or Kymmie. The name carries associations of strength and nobility from its royal origins while offering parents a way to personalize a familiar name. Though less common than the standard spelling, Kymberly maintains the approachable, friendly quality of its traditional counterpart.

Famous People Named Kymberly

• Kymberly Ellen Herrin American model and actress
• Kymberly Paige American model
• Kymberly Neaulani Pine American politician from Hawaii