Kim Streit

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kim Streit — royal forest meadow
276K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kim Streit 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 Streit: Albert Streit (born 1980), German football player Clarence Streit [ʃtʀaɪ̯t] (1896–1986), American journalist and Atlanticist Esther Streit-Wurzel (1932−2013), Israeli children's books author and educator, a daughter of Shalom Streit Georgios Streit, Στρέιτ (1868–1948), Greek lawyer and professor Jindřich Štreit (born 1946), Czech photographer and pedagogue Kurt Streit (born 1959), Austrian-American tenor Mario Streit (born 1967), German rower Mark Streit (born 1977), Swiss ice hockey player Marlene Streit (born 1934), Canadian golfer Martin Streit (born 1977), Czech ice hockey player Michael J. 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: Streit

Greek

Albert Streit (born 1980), German football player Clarence Streit [ʃtʀaɪ̯t] (1896–1986), American journalist and Atlanticist Esther Streit-Wurzel (1932−2013), Israeli children's books author and educator, a daughter of Shalom Streit Georgios Streit, Στρέιτ (1868–1948), Greek lawyer and professor Jindřich Štreit (born 1946), Czech photographer and pedagogue Kurt Streit (born 1959), Austrian-American tenor Mario Streit (born 1967), German rower Mark Streit (born 1977), Swiss ice hockey player Marlene Streit (born 1934), Canadian golfer Martin Streit (born 1977), Czech ice hockey player Michael J.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Kim Streit

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 Streit:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Streit?
The surname Streit originates from Greek. Albert Streit (born 1980), German football player Clarence Streit [ʃtʀaɪ̯t] (1896–1986), American journalist and Atlanticist Esther Streit-Wurzel (1932−2013), Israeli children's books author and educator, a daughter of Shalom Streit Georgios Streit, Στρέιτ (1868–1948), Greek lawyer and professor Jindřich Štreit (born 1946), Czech photographer and pedagogue Kurt Streit (born 1959), Austrian-American tenor Mario Streit (born 1967), German rower Mark Streit (born 1977), Swiss ice hockey player Marlene Streit (born 1934), Canadian golfer Martin Streit (born 1977), Czech ice hockey player Michael J.
What are the origins of the name Kim Streit?
The name Kim Streit combines two different traditions: the first name Kim has English roots, while the surname Streit originates from Greek.
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