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Kimmel

KIH-muhl

Kimmel (name) means a German surname, most familiar from American late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Example: “Jimmy Kimmel hosts a popular late-night talk show.”

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A German surname, most familiar from American late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
"Jimmy Kimmel hosts a popular late-night talk show."

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Kimmels plural

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Etymology

From German Kümmel, from Old High German kumil.

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Kimmel” mean?

The word “Kimmel” means a German surname, most familiar from American late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.

How do you pronounce “Kimmel”?

“Kimmel” is pronounced KIH-muhl (/ˈkɪməl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Kimmel” in a sentence?

Here is “Kimmel” used in a sentence: “Jimmy Kimmel hosts a popular late-night talk show.”

What part of speech is “Kimmel”?

“Kimmel” is a name.

Is “Kimmel” a common word?

“Kimmel” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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