Kimbal

Kimbal is a masculine given name of English origin, commonly considered a variant spelling of Kimball. The name Kimball itself derives from medieval given names that combine elements meaning “kin” or “bold” with “wall” or similar roots from Germanic languages. Variants like Kimbal are relatively rare in modern use and appear in English-speaking regions, including North America and parts of Africa.

Notable people named Kimbal include Kimbal Musk, a South African-born entrepreneur, restaurateur, and philanthropist. He co-founded Zip2, an early online city guide, with his brother Elon Musk, and the company was later acquired by Compaq in 1999 for a substantial sum. Beyond Zip2, Kimbal Musk founded The Kitchen, a restaurant group focused on farm-to-table cuisine, and is involved in The Kitchen Community, a nonprofit that funds and builds learning gardens in schools to teach children about food and nutrition.

As a given name, Kimbal remains relatively uncommon, and it is sometimes confused with the more established spelling Kimball or Kimball as a surname. In name-reference sources, Kimbal is typically listed as a variant form, with related entries under Kimball or Kimball (name) for broader genealogical and onomastic context. The usage of Kimbal tends to be tied to individual family traditions and regional naming practices rather than a widely recognized cultural designation.