Kim Patterson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kim Patterson — royal forest meadow
276K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kim Patterson is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kim is a feminine given name of English origin. Kim is a unisex given name. It is also used as a diminutive or nickname for names such as Kimber, Kimberly, Kimberley, Kimball and Kimiko. In Kenya, it is short for various male names such as Kimutai and Kimani. In Vietnam, it is also a unisex name. A notable use of the name was the fictional street urchin Kimball O'Hara in Rudyard Kipling's book Kim, published in 1901. The surname Patterson: Ahmet Patterson (fl. 2010s), English boxer of Turkish Cypriot and Jamaican origin Alan Patterson (born 1941), New Zealand field hockey player Alan Patterson (1886–1916), British athlete Albert Patterson (1894–1954), American politician and assassination victim Alexander Bell Patterson (1911–1993), Canadian politician Alfred Nash Patterson (1914–1979), American choral conductor Alvin "Seeco" Patterson (1930–2021), Jamaican percussionist Ambrose McCarthy Patterson (1877–1967), Australian artist Andre Patterson (born 1983), American basketball player Andrew Patterson (cricketer) (born 1975), Iris. Kim is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 276K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kim reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kim

Meaning: royal forest meadow

English

Kim is a unisex given name. It is also used as a diminutive or nickname for names such as Kimber, Kimberly, Kimberley, Kimball and Kimiko. In Kenya, it is short for various male names such as Kimutai and Kimani. In Vietnam, it is also a unisex name. A notable use of the name was the fictional street urchin Kimball O'Hara in Rudyard Kipling's book Kim, published in 1901.

Surname: Patterson

English

Ahmet Patterson (fl. 2010s), English boxer of Turkish Cypriot and Jamaican origin Alan Patterson (born 1941), New Zealand field hockey player Alan Patterson (1886–1916), British athlete Albert Patterson (1894–1954), American politician and assassination victim Alexander Bell Patterson (1911–1993), Canadian politician Alfred Nash Patterson (1914–1979), American choral conductor Alvin "Seeco" Patterson (1930–2021), Jamaican percussionist Ambrose McCarthy Patterson (1877–1967), Australian artist Andre Patterson (born 1983), American basketball player Andrew Patterson (cricketer) (born 1975), Iris.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kim is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Kim by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kim Patterson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Kim Patterson:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Kim?
The first name Kim originates from English. Kim is a unisex given name. It is also used as a diminutive or nickname for names such as Kimber, Kimberly, Kimberley, Kimball and Kimiko. In Kenya, it is short for various male names such as Kimutai and Kimani. In Vietnam, it is also a unisex name. A notable use of the name was the fictional street urchin Kimball O'Hara in Rudyard Kipling's book Kim, published in 1901.
When was Kim most popular?
The name Kim reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Patterson?
The surname Patterson originates from English. Ahmet Patterson (fl. 2010s), English boxer of Turkish Cypriot and Jamaican origin Alan Patterson (born 1941), New Zealand field hockey player Alan Patterson (1886–1916), British athlete Albert Patterson (1894–1954), American politician and assassination victim Alexander Bell Patterson (1911–1993), Canadian politician Alfred Nash Patterson (1914–1979), American choral conductor Alvin "Seeco" Patterson (1930–2021), Jamaican percussionist Ambrose McCarthy Patterson (1877–1967), Australian artist Andre Patterson (born 1983), American basketball player Andrew Patterson (cricketer) (born 1975), Iris.
How common is the surname Patterson?
The surname Patterson is shared by approximately 205K people worldwide.
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