Kimberly
clearing belonging to Cyneburg (Old English)
Kimberly is a english girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 70, with 75,106 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
clearing belonging to Cyneburg (Old English)
Kimberly is an English given name derived from a British place name, popularized as a first name in English-speaking nations before spreading globally. In the Philippines, it became very common in the late 20th century alongside other Americanized names.
Derived from an English place name and surname, Kimberly originated from Old English meaning 'clearing of Cyneburg'. It gained widespread international use as a given name in the 20th century and was adopted heavily in the Philippines through American cultural influence.
Name character
In the Philippines
Very commonly shortened to 'Kim' or 'Kimmy'. It is often used as a standalone name or paired in double-barrel combinations like 'Kimberly Ann' or 'Kimberly Joy'.
Related forms
- Kimberley English
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Kimberly with common surname pairs
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How do I use Kimberly with two Filipino surnames?
Kimberly is the given name. The full name is Kimberly + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Kimberly a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Kimberly is number 70, with 75,106 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.