Are you searching for a beautiful and meaningful English name for your baby, but feeling unsure about which name is suitable for your precious little one?
Look no further! Explore our carefully curated list of unique and meaningful English names starting with ‘K’ for both boys and girls. This list will help you find the perfect name that resonates with your values and preferences. Browse through our extensive collection of ‘K’ names for inspiration and discover the ideal name for your bundle of joy.
190+ Best English Names Starting with ‘K’ for Girls
When it comes to girls, we often prioritize cute and gentle names. Parents can choose from the following meaningful English names starting with ‘K’ for girls:
No. | Name | Meaning |
1 | Kal | Most beautiful, short form of Callie |
2 | Kat | Pure, cat, short form of Catherine |
3 | Kay | Happiness, short form of Katherine |
4 | Kem | Sunshine, courageous |
5 | Kia | Cute, talented, feminine |
6 | Kim | Royal lineage |
7 | Kya | Meticulous, delicate, diamond-like |
8 | Kaia | Pure, steadfast, oceanic |
9 | Kain | Brave |
10 | Kali | Graceful, beautiful, art-loving, goddess Parvati, great goddess Kali |
11 | Kaly | Loving, beautiful girl, flower |
12 | Kami | Young heir, short form of Kamelia and Kamille, ruler |
13 | Kara | Graceful, beautiful, pure, friendly, beloved |
14 | Kari | Gentle, pure, strong wind, feminine, short form of Katherine |
15 | Kary | Pure, clear |
16 | Kate | Pure, refined, beautiful, Virgo |
17 | Kath | Short form of Catherine or Kathleen, pure |
18 | Katy | Pure, short form of Katherine, Virgo |
19 | Kaye | Joyful, pathmaker, short form of Catherine |
20 | Kels | Beautiful |
21 | Keni | Supreme, great champion |
22 | Keny | Bright |
23 | Kera | Pure, night, black hair |
24 | Keri | Fairness, blessed verse |
25 | Keva | Cute child, feminine version of Kevin, lotus flower |
26 | Kier | Darkness, black |
27 | Kiko | Princess, hope |
28 | Kila | Pleasing to the eye, beautiful, radiant |
29 | Kima | Sunshine |
30 | Kimmi | Reserved, straightforward, right, enthusiastic |
31 | Kimm | Brave king, sunshine |
32 | Kimn | Ruler |
33 | Kimy | Right |
34 | Kina | Little one, petite, courageous |
35 | Kira | Light, solar, reflection, ray of light |
36 | Kiya | Sound of a bird, jovial lady |
37 | Klea | Snowflake |
38 | Klen | Cute |
39 | Kobi | Woman from California |
40 | Koby | Woman from California |
41 | Kody | Helper, pillow |
42 | Krin | Beautiful, graceful, perfect |
43 | Kurt | Charming |
44 | Kyla | Lovely, crown, meticulous |
45 | Kyna | Intelligent, wise, adorable |
46 | Kyra | Princess, sunlight, noble |
47 | Kaala | Descendant of Caollaidhe, church |
48 | Kacia | Brave-hearted, determined, strong |
49 | Kacie | Brave, resolute, strong, careful |
50 | Kadyn | Warrior |
51 | Kahli | Most beautiful, modern variant of Callie |
52 | Kaidi | Pioneer |
53 | Kaila | Laurel, trailblazer, pure, modern variant of Katherine |
54 | Kaira | Sweet, peaceful, pure, unique |
55 | Kaise | Determined, strong, flexible |
56 | Kaity | Pure, short form of Catherine |
57 | Kaiza | Pure, pristine |
58 | Kalan | Stream, path opener, pure |
59 | Kalen | Stream, path opener, pure |
60 | Kaley | Bright, pure, female warrior, spring farm |
61 | Kalia | Beauty |
62 | Kalie | Laurel, lovely, flower, delicate |
63 | Kalin | Combination of Caleb and Colin, pure, devotion to God |
64 | Kalli | Most beautiful, nightingale, vibrant |
65 | Kally | Most beautiful, fortress, modern variant of Callie, fair, nightingale, lovely |
66 | Kalyn | Bright, path opener |
67 | Kammi | Young leader, ruler |
68 | Kandi | Sparkling, pure, modern variant of Candace |
69 | Kandy | Radiant, clear, pure |
70 | Karan | Pure, sweet melody, vibrant |
71 | Karas | Beautiful, graceful |
72 | Karbi | Energetic girl |
73 | Karen | Pure, pristine, bright, queen |
74 | Karin | Transparency, summer forest, short form of Katherine |
75 | Karla | Genuine, strong, small, feminine, independent girl |
76 | Karly | Feminine, strength, petite, female version of Karl |
77 | Karol | Strong and masculine, female version of Charles |
78 | Karon | Bright, short form of Katherine / Catherine |
79 | Karry | Beloved |
80 | Karyn | Pure, short form of Katherine / Catherine |
81 | Kasey | Determined, diligent, strong, cautious, courageous |
82 | Kathi | Pure, a form of Katherine |
83 | Kathy | Bright, virgin, pure |
84 | Katie | Pure, a form of Katherine, virgin |
85 | Katty | Pure, righteous |
86 | Kaydi | Pioneer |
87 | Kayla | Pure, innocent, laurel, crown, fair |
88 | Kayli | Bright, guiding |
89 | Kayly | Delicate |
90 | Kayra | Princess, unique, prayer of God |
91 | Kayte | Pure |
92 | Keala | Path, fragrance |
93 | Keanu | Cool, chill, cold |
94 | Kecia | Strong |
95 | Keely | Graceful, elegant, delicate |
96 | Keina | Prosperity |
97 | Keira | Enchanting, dark |
98 | Kelis | Cute |
99 | Kelle | Fairness, slender |
100 | Kelli | Bright-minded, variant of Kelly, descendant of Ceallach, spring field |
101 | Kelly | Brave warrior, bright, church |
102 | Kelsa | Brave-hearted |
103 | Kelsy | Courageous, spring fountain |
104 | Kelva | Full of dreams, precious |
105 | Kelvi | Precious, dreamy |
106 | Kemel | Confident person |
107 | Kemma | Longing |
108 | Kenda | High position |
109 | Kenna | Handsome, beautiful, understanding, intelligent |
110 | Kenni | Beautiful |
111 | Kenny | Stubborn, cute |
112 | Kenza | Treasure |
113 | Kenzy | Sincere, short form of Mckenzie / Kenzie |
114 | Kerin | Maiden |
115 | Kerri | Dark-haired |
116 | Kerry | Queen |
117 | Ketty | Ruler, pure |
118 | Kevia | Beautiful child |
119 | Khaki | Good character |
120 | Khara | Clear |
121 | Khaye | Extraordinary |
122 | Khian | Bright |
123 | Khloe | Shining |
124 | Kiana | Gentle, soft, loyal |
125 | Kiara | Transparent |
126 | Kiena | Warm |
127 | Kimby | Beautiful |
128 | Kinna | Wise |
129 | Kinzi | Fair |
130 | Kisha | Great joy |
131 | Kitty | Little kitten |
132 | Kiyan | Divine, bright |
133 | Kogie | Confident girl |
134 | Kreni | Capable girl |
135 | Krynn | Thoughtful, rich in love |
136 | Kyira | Intelligent and beautiful |
137 | Kymme | Brave king |
138 | Kysha | Princess, treasure |
139 | Kailee | Bright, graceful |
140 | Kailey | Crown, lovely |
141 | Kallie | Most charming |
142 | Kalynn | Combination of Kay and Lynn |
143 | Kamini | Worthy, beautiful |
144 | Kamira | Covered with glory |
145 | Kammie | Heir |
146 | Karima | Generous |
147 | Karina | Flower |
148 | Karley | Small but mighty |
149 | Karlie | Feminine |
150 | Karren | Bright |
151 | Karrin | Pure |
152 | Katima | Energetic girl |
153 | Katina | Pure |
154 | Katlin | Innocent |
155 | Katrin | Pure |
156 | Kaylee | Pure, combination of Kay and Lee |
157 | Kaylin | Leader |
158 | Keiley | Warrior |
159 | Keisha | Precious, unique |
160 | Kelita | Most beautiful |
161 | Kenley | Land of the king |
162 | Kennis | Intelligent, beautiful |
163 | Kenyon | Blond hair |
164 | Keonna | Radiant |
165 | Kerina | Blessing |
166 | Kesley | Victory |
167 | Kevina | Beauty |
168 | Kianaa | Holy, princess |
169 | Kierra | Dark |
170 | Kinsey | Victory |
171 | Kitten | Kitten |
172 | Konnie | Firm |
173 | Krison | Lord Krishna |
174 | Krista | Flower of God |
175 | Kristi | God |
176 | Krysta | Similar to Krista |
177 | Kallita | Cute |
178 | Kamaria | Adorable, moonlight |
179 | Kamelia | Flower |
180 | Kameron | Long-nosed boy |
181 | Kamilla | Perfect |
182 | Kamille | Perfection |
183 | Kariana | Pure |
184 | Karinda | Virgin |
185 | Karisma | Gift |
186 | Karleen | Little, strong |
187 | Karmela | Orchard |
188 | Kathryn | Pure |
189 | Katlynn | Pure |
190 | Katrina | Pure |
191 | Katrine | Variation of Catherine |
192 | Kennice | Beautiful |
193 | Kirsten | Stone church |
194 | Kirstie | Follower of Christ |
With our list of English names starting with the letter ‘K’ for girls provided above, parents will surely find a suitable name for their little princess.
130 Best English Names Starting with ‘K’ for Boys
English nicknames are popular not only for girls but also for boys, and families often choose meaningful and unique names for their children.
Let’s take a look at the list of English names starting with ‘K’ for boys below:
No. | Name | Meaning |
1 | Kai | Ocean, earth |
2 | Kal | Strong |
3 | Kay | Burst of joy, pure, rejoice, love and cherish |
4 | Kem | Sun |
5 | Ken | Handsome, a variation of Kenneth |
6 | Kim | Noble, chief, royal |
7 | Kade | Circular shape |
8 | Kail | Extraordinary |
9 | Kale | Tranquil, fair, ocean |
10 | Kane | Son of a warrior, bright |
11 | Kare | Large, grand |
12 | Karl | Free man, strong |
13 | Karr | From the marsh |
14 | Kase | Descendant of Cathasaigh |
15 | Kayn | Small |
16 | Kean | Sharp, warrior, eye |
17 | Kenn | Handsome |
18 | Keya | Speed |
19 | Kian | King, royal, ancient, distant |
20 | Kim | Lord |
21 | Kion | Rebirth, born good, noble |
22 | Kirk | Church |
23 | Kiva | Protector |
24 | Knox | Hill |
25 | Kody | Helper |
26 | Kohl | Victory |
27 | Kole | Genuine |
28 | Koty | Pillow, different |
29 | Kris | Follower |
30 | Kurt | Wise, polite |
31 | Kush | Son of Lord Rama, powerful |
32 | Kyle | Channel, piece of wood, church, narrow |
33 | Kyne | Royal, wild goose |
34 | Kadim | Ancient tree, prominent |
35 | Kadin | Friend, confidant |
36 | Kalem | Honest man |
37 | Kalen | Warrior |
38 | Kamil | Perfect |
39 | Kanon | Priest |
40 | Kappy | Bright future |
41 | Karan | Light, nobleman |
42 | Karen | Pure |
43 | Karin | Being completed, praise |
44 | Karry | Cute |
45 | Kasia | Strong, modern |
46 | Kavin | Handsome |
47 | Kayen | Strong existence, lovable |
48 | Kayle | Loyal |
49 | Kayon | Strong, enduring |
50 | Keane | Son of a warrior |
51 | Keene | Wise, ancient |
52 | Keith | Wood, forest |
53 | Kelin | Small, delicate |
54 | Kelly | Lively, fierce |
55 | Kelsi | Transport |
56 | Kempe | Champion |
57 | Kenli | Loyal |
58 | Kenly | From the King’s meadow |
59 | Kenny | Handsome, Kent valley |
60 | Keran | Wood |
61 | Keyan | Heart, God is merciful, present |
62 | Kieth | Windy place, forest |
63 | Kimon | King, magnificent man |
64 | Kiran | Ray of sunlight, beam of light |
65 | Kirin | Poem, praise, honor |
66 | Kolby | Dark, black-skinned |
67 | Kolin | Young |
68 | Krish | Attention-grabbing, talented |
69 | Kriss | Flower of God |
70 | Kunal | Anything, everything |
71 | Kynan | Leader, wise and intelligent |
72 | Kyran | Dark hair, dark |
73 | Kyren | Light |
74 | Kyron | Victory |
75 | Kyros | Leader |
76 | Kaiden | Friend |
77 | Kaish | Dream |
78 | Kaizer | Long-haired, alternative name for Caesar |
79 | Karina | Pure |
80 | Karine | Variant of Karen |
81 | Karrie | Melody |
82 | Karsen | Swamp dweller |
83 | Karson | Resident of the marsh |
84 | Kayden | Complete, Gentle, Companion |
85 | Kaylah | Guide |
86 | Kaylin | Delicate, precious to God |
87 | Kaylyn | Combination of Kay and Lynn |
88 | Kayzer | Long-haired, king |
89 | Kelsey | Brave, ship |
90 | Kelson | Sea port |
91 | Kendel | Valley of the River Kent, royal |
92 | Keneth | Handsome |
93 | Kenlie | From the King’s meadow |
94 | Kennan | Variation of Keene, Wise |
95 | Kenney | Diminutive of Kenneth |
96 | Kenrik | Royal leader |
97 | Kerwin | Small |
98 | Kesley | Transport |
99 | Kieren | Ray of light |
100 | Knight | Soldier |
101 | Korban | Bitter |
102 | Kurian | Gift from God |
103 | Kurtis | Polite, lawyer, courageous |
104 | Kailene | Pure, variant of Kay and Kayla |
105 | Kamaraj | King of love |
106 | Kamaran | Happiness |
107 | Kamraan | Victory |
108 | Keithan | Forest |
109 | Kelvish | Ambitious person |
110 | Kenichi | Strong, healthy |
111 | Kennard | Brave, powerful, royal guard |
112 | Kenneth | Brave, royal oath |
113 | Kenrich | Royal principles |
114 | Kenrick | Hero |
115 | Kerrick | Ruling king |
116 | Kerwinn | Dark-colored |
117 | Kimball | Warrior, noble, brave |
118 | Kingdon | From the King’s hall |
119 | Kingman | Man of the King |
120 | Kinslie | From the King’s meadow |
121 | Kristen | Flower of God |
122 | Kendrick | Fearless leader, son of… |
123 | Kennaird | Brave and strong |
124 | Keyshawn | Compassionate |
125 | Kimberly | Ruler |
126 | Kristian | Follower of Christ |
127 | Krystine | Variant of Christine |
128 | Katherine | Pure |
129 | Kristanna | Gentle |
130 | Konstantin | Stable, unchanging |
130+ English Names Starting with ‘K’ for Both Males and Females
In addition to English names starting with ‘K’ specifically for either males or females, you can also consider gender-neutral names that can be used for both boys and girls. Here are some suggestions from us.
No. | Name | Meaning |
1 | Kai | Ocean, Earth |
2 | Kinsley | King’s meadow |
3 | Kennedy | Helmeted chief |
4 | Kaiden | Companion, friend |
5 | Karter | Cart driver |
6 | Kyrie | Lord |
7 | Kimberly | From the wood of the royal fortress |
8 | Kendall | Valley of the River Kent |
9 | Karson | Son of Carr |
10 | Kalani | The heavens |
11 | Kameron | Crooked nose |
12 | Kyle | Narrow channel |
13 | Kamryn | Crooked nose |
14 | Kade | Round, barrel-shaped |
15 | Kason | Pure |
16 | Kenzie | Fair, favored one |
17 | Kyla | Victorious |
18 | Kora | Maiden |
19 | Kylo | Sky, water |
20 | Kylan | Narrow land |
21 | Kaycee | Watchful, alert |
22 | Kari | Pure |
23 | Kenya | Animal horn |
24 | Kylin | Golden |
25 | Kashmir | From Kashmir, a region in South Asia |
26 | Kristen | Follower of Christ |
27 | Karmen | Song |
28 | Kamron | Crooked nose |
29 | Kalea | Brightness, beauty |
30 | Kaci | Alert, vigilant |
31 | Kalen | Mighty warrior |
32 | Kelsie | Ship victory |
33 | Keller | Cellar, basement |
34 | Kirby | Church village |
35 | Korey | Dweller on the hill |
36 | Keelan | Slender, fair |
37 | Kinsey | King’s victory |
38 | Kendal | Valley of the River Kent |
39 | Keeley | Slender, graceful |
40 | Karli | Womanly |
41 | Kaley | Slim and fair |
42 | Kiley | Beautiful |
43 | Kamara | Moon |
44 | Keely | Beautiful |
45 | Kellin | Slender |
46 | Kris | Follower of Christ |
47 | Kayley | Pure, slender |
48 | Kendyl | Valley of the River Kent |
49 | Karol | Free man, strong |
50 | Kerry | Dark-haired, son of Ciarán |
51 | Kory | Hollow |
52 | Kodie | Cushion, helpful |
53 | Kam | Sweet, lovable |
54 | Kayde | Fighter, warrior |
55 | Kay | Rejoice |
56 | Kim | Noble, brave |
57 | Karsten | Follower of Christ |
58 | Kalei | The flower wreath |
59 | Kerrigan | Descendant of Ciarán |
60 | Kelley | Warrior, lively |
61 | Kanoa | Free one, independence |
62 | Kendell | Valley of the River Kent |
63 | Kelby | Farm near the spring |
64 | Kiko | Rebel, short for Francisco |
65 | Kulture | Culture |
66 | Kaili | Beautiful, sea |
67 | Kacy | Vigilant in war, watchful |
68 | Kalan | Mighty warrior |
69 | Keeva | Gentle, beautiful |
70 | Keilan | Slender, fair |
71 | Kaylan | Slim and fair |
72 | Kodey | Cushion, helpful |
73 | Kendyll | Valley of the River Kent |
74 | Kaelin | Pure, slender |
75 | Kerrey | Dark-haired, son of Ciarán |
76 | Kalin | Mighty warrior |
77 | Katlin | Pure |
78 | Kimberley | From the wood of the royal fortress |
79 | Kelli | Descendant of Ciarán |
80 | Kealy | Beautiful, lovely |
81 | Kalle | Free man, strong |
82 | Krystyn | Follower of Christ |
83 | Kelsy | Victorious |
84 | Koren | Maiden, pure |
85 | Kealey | Slender, graceful |
86 | Korry | Hollow |
87 | Korrey | Dark-haired, son of Ciarán |
88 | Kevyn | Gentle, handsome |
89 | Karan | Pure |
90 | Kasee | Watchful, alert |
91 | Kavanaugh | Descendant of Caoimhín |
92 | Kelle | Descendant of Ciarán |
93 | Kei | Reverence, respect |
94 | Kristien | Follower of Christ |
95 | Kala | Princess |
96 | Kiri | Beam of the sun, mist |
97 | Keri | Dark-haired, son of Ciarán |
98 | Keelie | Beautiful, graceful |
99 | Kaye | Pure |
100 | Kasi | Favored |
101 | Kincaid | Battle |
102 | Kahlo | Fortunate |
103 | Kasie | Pure |
104 | Kary | Beloved |
105 | Kas | Fire |
106 | Kerri | Dark-haired |
107 | Kristan | Follower |
108 | Kramer | Peddler |
109 | Kimberleigh | Meadow |
110 | Korrin | Spear |
111 | Kerrie | Dark-haired |
112 | Kass | Pure |
113 | Karman | Song |
114 | Karlin | Free man |
115 | Karel | Strong |
116 | Kaipo | Sweetheart |
117 | Korin | Maiden |
118 | Kelcey | Brave |
119 | Karmel | Garden |
120 | Kaile | Laurel |
121 | Kalidas | Devotee |
122 | Kavanagh | Handsome |
123 | Kelbey | Farm by the spring |
124 | Keyne | Fighter |
125 | Kordelle | Cord maker |
126 | Kosma | Order |
127 | Kun | Noble |
128 | Kurri | Rejoice |
129 | Kimahri | Swift |
130 | Kamon | Wished-for |
131 | Kinipela | Wave |
132 | Kenese | King |
133 | Kahurangi | Precious |
134 | Kahurangi | Precious |
English Names Starting with K Similar to Famous Individuals
Names starting with the letter ‘k’ in English also have another option, which is using the names of famous people for their beloved babies. This is a preference of many young parents who are interested in the showbiz industry today.
Here are some notable names you can consider:
For baby girls:
No. | Name | Profession |
1 | Kim Kardashian | TV Personality |
2 | Kate Winslet | Actress |
3 | Katy Perry | Singer |
4 | Kylie Jenner | TV Personality |
5 | Kristen Bell | Actress |
6 | Keira Knightley | Actress |
7 | Kristen Stewart | Actress |
8 | Kendall Jenner | Model |
9 | Kaley Cuoco | Actress |
10 | Kate Beckinsale | Actress |
11 | Karen Gillan | Actress |
12 | Kat Dennings | Actress |
13 | Kristin Chenoweth | Actress |
14 | Katheryn Winnick | Actress |
15 | Karen Carpenter | Singer |
16 | Kehlani | Singer-Songwriter |
17 | Katherine Langford | Actress |
18 | Krysten Ritter | Actress |
19 | Kelsea Ballerini | Singer-Songwriter |
20 | Katherine McNamara | Actress |
For baby boys:
No. | Name | Profession |
1 | Kobe Bryant | Basketball Player |
2 | Keanu Reeves | Actor |
3 | Kanye West | Musician |
4 | Kylian Mbappé | Footballer |
5 | Kevin Hart | Comedian |
6 | Khabib Nurmagomedov | Mixed Martial Artist |
7 | Kendrick Lamar | Rapper |
8 | Kevin Durant | Basketball Player |
9 | Kyrie Irving | Basketball Player |
10 | Kawhi Leonard | Basketball Player |
11 | Kane Brown | Singer |
12 | Khalid | Singer |
13 | Khabane Lame | Internet Personality |
14 | Kevin De Bruyne | Footballer |
15 | Karim Benzema | Footballer |
16 | Kodak Black | Rapper |
17 | Kid Cudi | Rapper |
18 | Kaká | Footballer |
19 | Kevin Garnett | Basketball Player |
20 | Kim Taehyung | Singer |
Read more: English Names Starting with ‘J’
Parents have chosen an English name starting with the letter ‘K’ to name their little ones or suggested it to their loved ones, haven’t they? Through this article, we hope to bring you the most meaningful and unique name lists, especially for those parents who are preparing to welcome their little angels.
Hello! I’m Sophia Roberts, born in 1985 and working as a midwife. I also create unique and meaningful baby names, believing a name is a lifelong gift. I explore the details of letters, dates, cultures, and faiths to craft names that reflect a child’s potential and purpose, seeing them as a guide to their identity and aspirations.