Kiry Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Kiry

"Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1990 👥 20 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
20
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Kiry Mean?

Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events. He is a two-time Olympian, and served twice as Cambodia's flag bearer in the opening ceremony. He also held a Cambodian record of 26.48 in the 50 m freestyle from the Southeast Asian Games. Hem is currently working as a swimming coach for the Cambodia national team.

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Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events. He is a two-time Olympian, and served twice as Cambodia's flag bearer in the opening ceremony. He also held a Cambodian record of 26.48 in the 50 m freestyle from the Southeast Asian Games. Hem is currently working as a swimming coach for the Cambodia national team.

Root Element
Kiry
Core Meaning
"Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Kiry

K 2
I 9
R 9
Y 7
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Kiry in Numbers

20 US bearers
1990 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Kiry" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Hem Kiry is a Cambodian former swimmer, who specialized in sprint freestyle events".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~20 people named Kiry in the US. Peaked in 1990 with 10 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Kiry?

The Life Path number for Kiry is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 9.

Is Kiry a boy or girl name?

Kiry is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Kiry in the US?

Approximately 20 people in the United States are named Kiry. The name peaked in 1990 with 10 recorded uses.

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