Kimble

Kimble is a British surname of Old English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Cynebald," which means "bold ruler." The surname Kimble is classified as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor who bore the given name Cynebald.

The Kimble surname is predominantly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Buckinghamshire. It is also prevalent in areas with a significant historical Anglo-Saxon presence.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Kimble have been involved in various professions and endeavours, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The surname has likely evolved over the centuries through changes in pronunciation and spelling, leading to the variants Kimbell and Kimbrell.

Today, the name Kimble continues to be borne by individuals around the United Kingdom, maintaining its place as a notable British surname with roots in the country's medieval past.

There are approximately 642 people named Kimble in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Kimble.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Anthony
  • Dan
  • David
  • Graham
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • Steven

Female

  • Anna
  • Barbara
  • Carmen
  • Claire
  • Ivy
  • Jennifer
  • June
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Margot
  • Marie
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Pamela
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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