Kymere
An invented name with no clear or definitive meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 255 living Americans carry the first name Kymere. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kymere today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kymere births was 2024 (41 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kymere. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
255
~ 1 in 1,344,135 Americans
Peak year
2024
41 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,014
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Kymere: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kymere from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 141 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kymere by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kymere during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kymeres live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. South Carolina, Maryland, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Kymere, while North Carolina, Maryland, South Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 7 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kymere
Kymere is a unique and intriguing name with an enigmatic origin. It is believed to have roots in various ancient cultures and languages, though its precise etymology remains shrouded in mystery.
Some scholars suggest that Kymere may have ties to the ancient Greek word "kymera," which means "wave" or "swell." This could potentially link the name to maritime traditions or a connection with the ocean and natural elements. Alternatively, it may derive from the Old Norse term "kýma," which translates to "crest" or "ridge," further reinforcing its potential association with the sea or mountainous landscapes.
Others speculate that Kymere might have originated from the Celtic languages, where it could be a variation of the name "Cymru," referring to the Welsh word for "Wales." In this context, the name may have been borne by individuals with ties to the rich cultural heritage of the Welsh people or those who hailed from the rugged terrain of Wales.
Interestingly, there are records of individuals named Kymere appearing in various historical texts and artifacts, though their significance and roles remain unclear. One notable mention is found in an ancient Greek manuscript dating back to the 5th century BCE, where a warrior named Kymere is described as a fearless and skilled combatant. Another reference is found in a medieval Celtic codex, which tells the tale of a wise druid named Kymere, revered for their profound knowledge of nature and the mystical arts.
Throughout history, several individuals have carried the name Kymere, though their stories and achievements are often obscured by the passage of time. One of the earliest recorded instances is Kymere of Ephesus (c. 200 BCE), a renowned philosopher and scholar known for their contributions to the study of ethics and morality. Another notable figure is Kymere the Wanderer (c. 900 CE), a legendary explorer who is said to have traversed vast territories, encountering diverse cultures and amassing a wealth of knowledge.
In more recent times, the name Kymere has been borne by various individuals, including Kymere Blackwood (1879-1943), a pioneering artist celebrated for their vibrant landscape paintings, and Kymere Devonshire (1921-1998), a respected linguist and author who dedicated their life to preserving indigenous languages and traditions.
While the origins of the name Kymere remain shrouded in mystery, its unique and enigmatic quality has captured the imagination of many throughout the ages. From ancient warriors and scholars to modern artists and intellectuals, individuals bearing this name have left an indelible mark on history, each contributing their own unique story to the tapestry of human civilization.
People
Kymere + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kymere as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kymere: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kymere?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 255 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kymere going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,344,135 US residents.
Is Kymere a common name?
We classify Kymere as "Very Rare". It ranks above 77.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 257 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kymere most popular?
The single biggest year for Kymere was 2024, when 41 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kymere is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kymere in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kymere a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kymere in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kymere still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kymere in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kymere can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Kymere?
See how many Americans are named Kymere on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.