Kim Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kim Name at a Glance

Name	Kim
Meaning	Noble or brave.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Kim Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kim means “Noble or brave”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kim Name Origin

Our database records Kim under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kim a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kim is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Kim

When considering Kim for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.