Kimberly Dunkle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kimberly Dunkle — royal forest meadow
781K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kimberly Dunkle is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kimberly is a feminine given name of English origin. From an English place name (Kimberley, South Africa, named after Lord Kimberley). Became a first name in the 20th century. The surname Dunkle: Clare B. Dunkle (born 1964), American author Davey Dunkle (1872–1941), Major League Baseball pitcher David Dunkle (1911–1984), American paleontologist Jon Dunkle (born 1960), American serial killer Margaret Dunkle (born 1947), American academic Nancy Dunkle (born 1955), American basketball player William Dunkle (born 1999), American football player Dunkle Corners, Pennsylvania, unincorporated community Dunkle Run, tributary in Pennsylvania Kimberly is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 781K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kimberly reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kimberly

Meaning: royal forest meadow

English

From an English place name (Kimberley, South Africa, named after Lord Kimberley). Became a first name in the 20th century.

Surname: Dunkle

English

Clare B. Dunkle (born 1964), American author Davey Dunkle (1872–1941), Major League Baseball pitcher David Dunkle (1911–1984), American paleontologist Jon Dunkle (born 1960), American serial killer Margaret Dunkle (born 1947), American academic Nancy Dunkle (born 1955), American basketball player William Dunkle (born 1999), American football player Dunkle Corners, Pennsylvania, unincorporated community Dunkle Run, tributary in Pennsylvania

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Kimberly Dunkle

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 Kimberly Dunkle:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Kimberly?
The first name Kimberly originates from English. From an English place name (Kimberley, South Africa, named after Lord Kimberley). Became a first name in the 20th century.
When was Kimberly most popular?
The name Kimberly reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dunkle?
The surname Dunkle originates from English. Clare B. Dunkle (born 1964), American author Davey Dunkle (1872–1941), Major League Baseball pitcher David Dunkle (1911–1984), American paleontologist Jon Dunkle (born 1960), American serial killer Margaret Dunkle (born 1947), American academic Nancy Dunkle (born 1955), American basketball player William Dunkle (born 1999), American football player Dunkle Corners, Pennsylvania, unincorporated community Dunkle Run, tributary in Pennsylvania
How common is the surname Dunkle?
The surname Dunkle is shared by approximately 3K people worldwide.
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