Kimala
Kimala is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,628 in the US, popular nicknames include Kim, Kiy, and Kimie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kimala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 326 babies have been named Kimala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kimala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,628 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,628
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Kimala
Kimala is a girl name .
Kimala is currently ranked #64,628 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kimala include Kim, Kiy, Kimie, and Kimaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kimala include Kimani, Kimaya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis