Kimchi
Pronunciation: [ k-IHMCH-ee ]
Kimchi is a girl baby name. Ranked #55,640 in the US, popular nicknames include Kim, Kiy, and Kimie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Kimchi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 5 babies have been named Kimchi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kimchi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #55,640 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #55,640
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Kimchi
Kimchi is a girl name .
Kimchi is currently ranked #55,640 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kimchi include Kim, Kiy, Kimie, and Kimcie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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