Kim Name Meaning & Origin
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The name 'Kim' is commonly used as both a given name and a surname. It is most famously a Korean surname, one of the most common in Korea, derived from the Chinese character 金 meaning 'gold'. It is also used as a given name in English-speaking countries, often as a short form of Kimberly or Kimball.
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Korean (East Asian) 70% -
Vietnamese (Southeast Asian) 20% -
English (European) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Kim
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Other
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Kim in the US (SSA Data):
Kim Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.