Kimball - Last Names

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Kimball

/ˈkɪmbɔːl/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the settlement of Kimble or Kimbolton

Represents ancestral connection to place and land, symbolizing rootedness and continuity across generations.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, lineage, and a strong sense of identity tied to geography and family heritage.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'cyne' meaning 'royal' and 'bēol' or 'bold' or possibly 'tun' meaning 'town', hence 'royal estate' or 'settlement associated with a royal figure'. Alternatively, it may stem from 'Kimbi' + 'well', meaning 'Kim's spring'.

Style & Origin

traditional

professional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Kimball is a toponymic surname derived from places named Kimble or Kimbolton

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