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Kimberly

KIHMB-lee

Kimberly (name) means a feminine given name, from an English place name meaning "royal fortress meadow.". Example: “Kimberly started a new job at the hospital.”

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A feminine given name, from an English place name meaning "royal fortress meadow."

"Kimberly started a new job at the hospital."

Word forms

Kimberlys plural

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Etymology

Variant spelling of Kimberley.

Synonyms

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Kim Kimmy Kimberlee Kimberley

Related words

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Rhymes for Kimberly

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kimberly” mean?

The word “Kimberly” means a feminine given name, from an English place name meaning "royal fortress meadow.".

How do you pronounce “Kimberly”?

“Kimberly” is pronounced KIHMB-lee ([ˈkʰɪmbɚli] in IPA).

How do you use “Kimberly” in a sentence?

Here is “Kimberly” used in a sentence: “Kimberly started a new job at the hospital.”

What part of speech is “Kimberly”?

“Kimberly” is a name.

Is “Kimberly” a common word?

“Kimberly” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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