From the meadow of the royal fortress
A modern spelling variant of Kimberly, which originates from an English place name. It combines the Old English elements 'Cyneburg' (a royal fortress) and 'leah' (a meadow or clearing). This specific spelling with a double 'l' adds a unique visual flair to a mid-century classic.
Less common today
Kimberlly isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,291 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).