The name Kim is from the Old English word, "cumb," which means royal fortress or meadow." Kim can also be a shortened form of the names Kimberly or Kimberley, which come from the Old English name Cyneburga.
Kim is a common name in Korean culture and means "gold" or "metal." It is one of the most common surnames in Korea. It is a name that is associated with strength, power, and royalty. It is a unisex name and can be used for boys and girls.
Famous people throughout history named Kim include, Kim Kardashian, Kim Jong-Un, Belgian tennis player Kim Clijsters, actress Kim Fields, and actress Kim Basinger.
Meanings
Anglo-Saxon Baby Names Meaning:
In Anglo-Saxon Baby Names the meaning of the name Kim is: Noble or brave.
English Baby Names Meaning:
In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Kim is: Bold family. Bold kin. Famous Bearer: The hero of Rudyard Kipling's novel 'Kim'.
Welsh Baby Names Meaning:
In Welsh Baby Names the meaning of the name Kim is: Chief of war. Leader.
American Baby Names Meaning:
In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Kim is: Noble or brave.