Baby Names Starting With K
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39 names
Updated April 2026
#1 Pick
Kai
Rising Fast
Kinsley
Hidden Gem
Kezia
Classic Pick
Katherine
Editor's Pick
Kai (KY)
A short and sweet name of Hawaiian origin meaning "sea." It's also used in other cultures with different meanings, such ...
Top 10 Baby Names Starting With K Names
| # | Name | Say it | Meaning | Tag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kai | KY | A short and sweet name of Hawaiian origin meaning "sea." It's also used in other... Ranked #93 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable. | Popular |
| 2 | Katherine | KATH-er-in | A classic name of Greek origin meaning "pure." Katherine has been a popular cho... Ranked #186 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable. | Popular |
| 3 | Kayla | KAY-luh | Derived from the Irish name Caoimhe, meaning "slender and beautiful." Kayla gain... Ranked #364 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Popular |
| 4 | Kevin | KEV-in | An Irish name derived from Caoimhín, meaning "handsome birth." Kevin is associa... Ranked #221 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Classic |
| 5 | Kinsley | KINZ-lee | An English surname turned given name, meaning "king's meadow." Kinsley has gaine... Ranked #93 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Popular |
| 6 | Kingston | KINGZ-tun | An English place name meaning "king's town." Kingston is a strong and regal name... Ranked #204 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Popular |
| 7 | Kylie | KY-lee | An Aboriginal name meaning "boomerang." Kylie gained international recognition ... Ranked #204 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Popular |
| 8 | Kellan | KEL-an | Of Irish origin, meaning "powerful" or "slender." Kellan is a modern and appeali... Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #368 in 2013. | Rare |
| 9 | Kennedy | KEN-i-dee | An Irish surname meaning "helmeted chief." Kennedy is a sophisticated and stron... Ranked #85 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable. | Popular |
| 10 | Kobe | KOH-bee | A name of Japanese origin, often meaning "gate" or "seacoast." It gained promine... Ranked #519 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Rare |
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Kai
KY
A short and sweet name of Hawaiian origin meaning "sea." It's also used in other cultures with different meanings, such as "restoration" in Welsh. Ranked #93 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Katherine
KATH-er-in
A classic name of Greek origin meaning "pure." Katherine has been a popular choice for centuries and has many variations. Ranked #186 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Kayla
KAY-luh
Derived from the Irish name Caoimhe, meaning "slender and beautiful." Kayla gained popularity in the late 20th century and remains a beloved choice. Ranked #364 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kevin
KEV-in
An Irish name derived from Caoimhín, meaning "handsome birth." Kevin is associated with Saint Kevin of Glendalough and is a consistently popular name. Ranked #221 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kinsley
KINZ-lee
An English surname turned given name, meaning "king's meadow." Kinsley has gained popularity as a modern and stylish choice for girls. Ranked #93 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kingston
KINGZ-tun
An English place name meaning "king's town." Kingston is a strong and regal name that has become increasingly popular. Ranked #204 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kylie
KY-lee
An Aboriginal name meaning "boomerang." Kylie gained international recognition and popularity in the late 20th century. Ranked #204 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kellan
KEL-an
Of Irish origin, meaning "powerful" or "slender." Kellan is a modern and appealing name with a strong sound. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #368 in 2013.
Kennedy
KEN-i-dee
An Irish surname meaning "helmeted chief." Kennedy is a sophisticated and strong name often associated with the American political family. Ranked #85 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Kobe
KOH-bee
A name of Japanese origin, often meaning "gate" or "seacoast." It gained prominence in the US due to basketball star Kobe Bryant. Ranked #519 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kara
KAR-uh
Of Italian origin, meaning "beloved" or "dear." Kara is a simple and elegant name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #106 in 1991.
Kurt
KERT
A German name, short form of Konrad, meaning "bold counsel." Kurt is a strong and classic name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #109 in 1964.
Keira
KEER-uh
An Irish name, an Anglicized form of Ciara, meaning "dark-haired." Keira is a stylish and popular choice. Ranked #622 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kyle
KYLE
A Scottish name meaning "narrow strait." Kyle was very popular in the late 20th century. Ranked #509 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kira
KEE-rah
A Russian name, a short form of Kirill, meaning "throne." Kira is also a popular name in Japan with different meanings. Ranked #385 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Kenzo
KEN-zoh
A Japanese name meaning "strong and healthy." Kenzo is a modern and stylish name. Ranked #630 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kaia
KY-uh
A Scandinavian name, a form of Katherine, meaning "pure." It also has roots in Hawaiian, meaning "sea.". Ranked #193 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Kris
KRIS
A Scandinavian short form of Christian or Christopher, meaning "follower of Christ." Kris is a simple and strong name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #347 in 1962.
Kamari
KAH-mah-ree
Of African origin, meaning "moon." Kamari is a unique and beautiful name. Ranked #391 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Kellan
KEL-an
Of Irish origin, meaning "powerful" or "slender." Kellan is a modern and appealing name with a strong sound. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #368 in 2013.
Karter
KAHR-ter
An English occupational surname meaning "one who transports goods by cart." Karter is a modern and stylish name. Ranked #270 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kiana
kee-AH-nah
Of Hawaiian origin, meaning "divine." Kiana is a beautiful and exotic name. Ranked #743 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Knox
Noks
A Scottish surname meaning "round hill." Knox is a strong and modern name. Ranked #196 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Kezia
Keh-ZY-ah
A Hebrew name meaning "cassia tree." Kezia is a unique and biblical name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #2470 in 2007.
Kalen
Kay-LEN
A Gaelic name with uncertain meaning, possibly "slender." Kalen is a modern and unisex name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #859 in 1998.
Kamila
kah-MEE-lah
A Slavic and Polish form of Camilla, meaning "young ceremonial attendant." Kamila is a beautiful and elegant name. Ranked #357 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kaspar
KAS-par
A Persian name meaning "treasurer." Kaspar is a classic and regal name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #7463 in 2008.
Kassidy
KAS-ih-dee
An Irish name meaning "clever." Kassidy is a modern and stylish name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #314 in 2000.
Keanu
keh-AH-noo
A Hawaiian name meaning "cool breeze over the mountains." Keanu is a unique and evocative name. Ranked #649 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kellan
KEL-an
Of Irish origin, meaning "powerful" or "slender." Kellan is a modern and appealing name with a strong sound. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #368 in 2013.
Kendrick
KEN-drick
An English name meaning "royal power." Kendrick is a strong and regal name. Ranked #535 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kent
Kent
An English name referring to the county of Kent in England. Kent is a simple and classic name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #136 in 1962.
Kimberly
KIM-ber-lee
An English name derived from a place name, meaning "Cyneburg's meadow." Kimberly was very popular in the mid-20th century. Ranked #303 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Kirsten
KEER-sten
A Scandinavian form of Christina, meaning "follower of Christ." Kirsten is a classic and elegant name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #154 in 1991.
Konrad
KON-rad
A German name meaning "bold counsel." Konrad is a strong and classic name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1662 in 2010.
Korbin
KOR-bin
Of German origin, meaning "raven." Korbin is a strong and modern name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #512 in 2014.
Kylo
KY-loh
A name of uncertain origin, possibly a variation of Kyle. It gained popularity due to the Star Wars character Kylo Ren. Ranked #402 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Kymani
ky-MAH-nee
A Jamaican name meaning "adventurous traveler." Kymani is a unique and exotic name. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #728 in 2012.
Kyree
ky-REE
A modern invented name of uncertain origin. Kyree is a stylish and unique name. Ranked #782 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
KaiKY
KatherineKATH-er-in
KaylaKAY-luh
KevinKEV-in
KinsleyKINZ-lee
KingstonKINGZ-tun
KylieKY-lee
KellanKEL-an
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Sibling & Middle Names
Kai & Mia
Short, sweet, and modern.
Katherine & William
Classic and timeless choices.
Kinsley & Grayson
Trendy and stylish names.
Kevin & Erin
Complementary Irish origins.
Kai & Alexander
A strong, classic pairing.
Katherine & Rose
Elegant and timeless.
Kinsley & Blake
Modern and chic.
Kevin & James
A traditional and reliable combination.
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What are some popular names that start with K?
Popular names starting with K include Katherine, Kai, Kayla, and Kevin. These names have a mix of classic appeal and modern trends, making them consistently chosen by parents. The popularity of these names often stems from their appealing sounds and positive associations.
What are some unique or rare names that start with K?
For parents seeking something less common, names like Kezia, Kaspar, and Kymani offer a distinctive choice. These names often have interesting origins and meanings, adding to their unique appeal. Choosing a rare name can help your child stand out.
What are some gender-neutral names that start with K?
Several K names work well for both boys and girls, such as Kai and Kalen. Gender-neutral names are increasingly popular, offering flexibility and a modern feel. These names often have origins in multiple cultures, adding to their broad appeal.
What is the origin of most names that start with K?
Names that start with K have diverse origins, including Irish, German, Greek, and Hawaiian roots. This variety reflects the global influence on baby naming trends. Understanding the origin of a name can provide deeper insight into its meaning and cultural significance.
How do I choose the best name that starts with K for my baby?
Consider the meaning, origin, and sound of the name, as well as how well it flows with your last name. Think about nicknames and potential associations that come with the name. Ultimately, the best name is one that you and your partner both love and that feels right for your child.
