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Kimely

A feminine name with various possible origins and meanings.

Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Kimely. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kimely today is around 62 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kimely births was 1966 (6 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kimely. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kimely. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

9

~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans

Peak year

1966

6 babies that year

Average age

62

years old

1966 SSA rank

#6,167

Tracked since 1960

Popularity

Kimely: popularity over time

Babies born per year

0235619601965

Decades

Kimely by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kimely during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1960s01111

Origin

Meaning and history of Kimely

The name Kimely is a unique and intriguing name that has its roots in ancient civilizations. It is believed to have originated from the Sumerian language, which was spoken in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3000 BCE. The name Kimely is derived from the Sumerian words "ki" meaning "earth" and "meli" meaning "sweet" or "honey."

In ancient Sumerian mythology, the goddess Inanna, the queen of heaven and earth, was often associated with the sweetness of honey and the fertility of the land. It is possible that the name Kimely was initially given to individuals as a tribute to this powerful goddess, symbolizing the sweet and nurturing aspects of the earth.

One of the earliest known references to the name Kimely is found in a cuneiform tablet from the city of Ur, dated around 2500 BCE. This tablet records the name of a priestess named Kimely, who served in the temple of Inanna. This ancient record provides evidence of the name's usage during the Sumerian civilization.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Kimely. One such person was Kimely of Sparta, a renowned warrior and strategist who lived in the 5th century BCE. She was known for her bravery and leadership during the Peloponnesian War against Athens.

Another notable Kimely was a Persian philosopher who lived during the reign of Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BCE. Her writings on ethics and virtue were highly regarded in ancient Persia, and her ideas influenced later thinkers in the region.

In the 3rd century CE, there was a Christian martyr named Kimely who was persecuted for her faith during the reign of the Roman Emperor Decius. Her unwavering devotion and courage in the face of adversity made her a revered figure among early Christians.

During the Medieval period, a renowned poet and scholar named Kimely lived in the city of Cordoba, which was part of the Umayyad Caliphate. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely celebrated and influenced the literary traditions of the time.

In the 16th century, a woman named Kimely played a significant role in the exploration of the Americas. She was a guide and interpreter for Spanish conquistadors, helping to navigate the unknown territories and facilitate communication with indigenous communities.

These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Kimely. While the name may be uncommon today, its rich historical roots and associations with ancient civilizations, mythology, and notable figures make it a name with a fascinating and enduring legacy.

People

Kimely + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kimely: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Kimely?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kimely going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 38,083,815 US residents.

Is Kimely a common name?

We classify Kimely as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kimely most popular?

The single biggest year for Kimely was 1966, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kimely is about 62 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kimely in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Kimely a female name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kimely in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Kimely still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Kimely in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kimely can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How common is the name Kimely?

See how many people share the name Kimely on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.

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