Kimberlee

Meaning of Kimberlee

Kimberlee is a feminine English name derived from the place name Kimberley, itself built on the Old English elements cyneburg (“royal fortress”) and leah (“woodland clearing”). Pronounced /ˈkɪm.bə.li/ in British English and /ˈkɪm.bər.li/ in American usage, Kimberlee emerged in the mid-20th century as a modern respelling of a traditional name. It climbed into the top 600 U.S. girl names during the late 1980s before gradually settling into a quieter niche—by 2024 it ranked 925th with 25 recorded births. The name’s enduring charm comes from its blend of historical depth and an easy, melodic sound: despite its lofty roots, Kimberlee today feels refreshingly down-to-earth.

Pronunciation

British English

• Pronunced as KIM-buh-lee (/ˈkɪm.bə.li/)

American English

• Pronunced as KIM-bur-lee (/ˈkɪm.bər.li/)

• Kim
• Kimmie
• Kimberly
• Kimberlyn
• Kimmy
• Kimbra