UK girl's name
Kymm
Anglicized form of the Welsh name Cwim meaning "comely, handsome".
Kymm is a girl's name in the UK records.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Kymm. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kymm ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #453 in 1978.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kymm as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
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Estimated living
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2026
Meaning
What does Kymm mean?
The name Kymm is a modern spelling variation of the traditional name Kim, which has its origins in the Korean language. The name Kim is believed to have originated from the ancient Korean kingdom of Silla, which existed from around the 1st century BCE to the 10th century CE.
In Korean, the name Kim is derived from the word "gim," which means "gold" or "precious metal." It is one of the most common surnames in Korea and has been used as a given name as well. The name Kymm is a unique spelling variation that emerged in more recent times, likely as a way to make the name more distinctive or to reflect a different cultural influence.
While the name Kim has a long history in Korea, there are no specific historical references or ancient texts that directly mention the spelling variation Kymm. However, some notable individuals throughout history have borne the name Kim, which is closely related to Kymm.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Kim is Kim Yu-sin (595-673 CE), a renowned general and politician of the Silla kingdom. Another famous historical figure with the name Kim is Kim Hongdo (1745-1806), a prominent Korean painter and scholar during the Joseon Dynasty.
In more recent times, some notable individuals with the name Kim include Kim Il-sung (1912-1994), the former leader of North Korea, and Kim Dae-jung (1924-2009), a South Korean politician and the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2000.
While the name Kymm is not as widely known or recorded throughout history, it is a unique variation that adds diversity to the traditional name Kim. Some individuals who have borne the name Kymm include Kymm Hughes, a British actress known for her roles in television shows like "Coronation Street" and "Emmerdale," and Kymm Martinez, an American singer and songwriter.
The name Kymm, with its unique spelling and connection to the Korean name Kim, offers a blend of cultural heritage and modern individuality, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with meaning and character.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Geography
Where Kymm is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Kymm. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Kymm ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #453 in 1978.
Across the UK
Kymm in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#453 in 1978
1 years of NRS records, 4 total registered
Related
Names similar to Kymm
- Katie 53,185
- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
- Kayleigh 10,677
- Kate 10,276
- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Kymm: questions and answers
What is the meaning and origin of Kymm?
Anglicized form of the Welsh name Cwim meaning "comely, handsome".
Where is Kymm most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Kymm ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #453 in 1978. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.