Kimon

♂ Boy

Pronounced KEE-mon /ˈkiː.mɒn/Medium

Meaning: A Greek name, the form behind the classical Cimon, borne by an Athenian statesman and general of the 5th century BC. A heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A classical Greek name: Kimon is the form behind Cimon, an Athenian leader (said 'KEE-mon').

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningA Greek name, the form behind the classical Cimon, borne by an Athenian statesman and general of the 5th century BC. A heritage name we note respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#11689 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 153

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kimon is a Greek name, the form behind the classical Cimon, an Athenian statesman and general known for his campaigns and generosity. A heritage name we note respectfully. A crisp two-beat pick (said 'KEE-mon').

It is used among Greek families and rare in the wider U.S. Rare here, classical, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Kimon is the Greek form behind Cimon, an Athenian statesman and general of the 5th century BC — a heritage name we note respectfully (said 'KEE-mon').

Overall data confidence 50%

References - Kimon — Greek form behind Cimon; Athenian statesman

Variations

CimonKimonas

Nicknames

Kim

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kimon mean?

Kimon is a Greek name, the form behind the classical Cimon, an Athenian statesman and general.

How do you pronounce Kimon?

It's said KEE-mon /ˈkiː.mɒn/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kimon a boy or girl name?

Kimon is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Kimon?

Kimon is rare in the wider U.S. and used among Greek families.