Find out how popular the first name Kimley has been for the last 1 years (from 1981 to 1981) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kimley by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Kimley is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1981, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kimley.

The history of the first name Kimley

The name Kimley is a modern name that has its origins in the English language. It is thought to be a combination of the names Kim and Ley. The name Kim is a diminutive form of the name Kimberly, which is derived from the Old English words "cymbel" meaning cup or vessel and "leah" meaning meadow or clearing. The name Ley is an English surname derived from the Old English word "leah" meaning a clearing or meadow.

There are no known historical references to the name Kimley in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. This is likely due to the fact that it is a relatively modern name.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Kimley are from the late 20th century. However, there are no widely known historical figures who bore this name.

Since the name is relatively new, there are not many notable individuals throughout history who have been recorded with the name Kimley. However, here are five individuals with this first name:

1. Kimley Blackwood, a Canadian artist and illustrator born in 1985.
2. Kimley Hastings, an American lawyer and legal scholar who lived from 1947 to 2019.
3. Kimley Nguyen, a Vietnamese-American entrepreneur and business owner born in 1972.
4. Kimley Torres, a Puerto Rican poet and writer born in 1960.
5. Kimley Wilson, a British musician and singer-songwriter born in 1978.

While the name Kimley is a modern creation, it draws inspiration from the Old English language and the idea of a clearing or meadow. Despite its recent origins, it has been adopted by individuals around the world, showcasing the continued evolution of names and their meanings.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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