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Zed vs Kimball

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zed

Boy #6,081 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the Lord is righteous"

Origin: Hebrew (via Zedekiah)

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,081
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zed Rank #6,081
Kimball Rank #6,245

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 vs #6245 for Kimball.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zed or Kimball more popular?

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 compared to Kimball at #6245 in the United States.

What do Zed and Kimball mean?

Zed means "the Lord is righteous" (Hebrew (via Zedekiah) origin). Kimball means "bold warrior, warrior chief" (Old English/Welsh origin).

Are Zed and Kimball boy or girl names?

Zed is primarily a boy name. Kimball is primarily a boy name.

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