Popularity: 5662
Origin: British
Other Origin(s): Korean; Vietnamese
Meaning: Cyneburg's field; Chief, ruler; Royal fortress; Gold; Needle
Between the 2002 animation Kim Possible to the rich and famous celebrity Kim Kardashian, the name Kim has become a household name around the globe. Short for Kimberly, Kim is a gender-neutral baby name of English origin. Meaning “Cyneburg’s meadow,” Kim derives from Kimberley, which comes from cyne, meaning "royal" or "chief," and burg, meaning "field" or "fortress." it is also associated with the South African city Kimberly! The natural, high-quality diamonds are a large part of what put this city on the map. Additionally, Kim has Vietnamese roots, meaning "needle," and Korean connections, meaning "gold." With a name like Kim, baby can be inspired to find things throughout life that sparkle as much as they do.
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