Kim Sterner

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kim Sterner — royal forest meadow
276K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kim Sterner 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 Sterner: E. Donald Sterner (1894–1983), American lumberman and politician from New Jersey Frederick Sterner (1862–1939), British-born American architect Jerry Sterner (1938–2001), American playwright Jonas Sterner (born 2002), German footballer Mike Sterner, American college football coach in the 1970s Olof Sterner (1914–1968), Swedish chess master Phil Sterner (born 1960), American politician from Minnesota; state legislator Robin Sterner (born 1990), Swedish professional ice hockey player Ulf Sterner (born 1941), Swedish professional ice hockey player 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: Sterner

English

E. Donald Sterner (1894–1983), American lumberman and politician from New Jersey Frederick Sterner (1862–1939), British-born American architect Jerry Sterner (1938–2001), American playwright Jonas Sterner (born 2002), German footballer Mike Sterner, American college football coach in the 1970s Olof Sterner (1914–1968), Swedish chess master Phil Sterner (born 1960), American politician from Minnesota; state legislator Robin Sterner (born 1990), Swedish professional ice hockey player Ulf Sterner (born 1941), Swedish professional ice hockey player

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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 Sterner

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 Sterner:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Sterner?
The surname Sterner originates from English. E. Donald Sterner (1894–1983), American lumberman and politician from New Jersey Frederick Sterner (1862–1939), British-born American architect Jerry Sterner (1938–2001), American playwright Jonas Sterner (born 2002), German footballer Mike Sterner, American college football coach in the 1970s Olof Sterner (1914–1968), Swedish chess master Phil Sterner (born 1960), American politician from Minnesota; state legislator Robin Sterner (born 1990), Swedish professional ice hockey player Ulf Sterner (born 1941), Swedish professional ice hockey player
How common is the surname Sterner?
The surname Sterner is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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